Branagan’s Bulletin

Week of March 18 – March 22, 2019

Hello Sachems!  I hope you had a wonderful weekend!  The month of March is flying and we are quickly approaching the mid-semester exams in April, which will be here before you know it!  I love this time of year as we begin the excitement of Spring Sports, the rehearsals of That’s Entertainment and the many celebrations that are ahead for academic excellence….it is so great to be a Sachem!  I want to take an opportunity to congratulate the Class of 2019 for an outstanding job with hosting the Harlem Wizards on Saturday evening in our gym.  The gym had an outstanding crowd and the senior class officers and the many volunteers provided a great night for so many in our community!  Well done, Seniors!!  Additionally, a note of sincere thanks to the Class of 2021 for doing a great job with the very important Infrastructure Test on Friday morning.  You were awesome.  We have a few items this week to bring to your attention…

1. Sachem Shout-Out:
• Congratulations to the MHS Majorettes for an outstanding competition on Sunday.   Our Novice Team placed 1^st.  The A Team placed 3^rd .  Special congratulations to the Open Class for taking 1^st place!  Be proud of your work and earning the Championship today.  On to the final meet at Brockton High School next Sunday.  Job Well Done!
• Best of luck to the many athletes who will begin their spring season on Monday!  We look forward to the many successes that lie ahead for all of our teams.  Sachem Pride!
• Congratulations to the many members of the Class of 2019 who submitted the many scholarship applications by the deadline.  Well done and thankful for your commitment to your future. 
• Congratulations to all of our winter athletes who finished their season on Monday with their annual winter sports banquet.  Thank you for your commitment to the Black and Orange. 

2. English MCAS Exams - March 26 – 27, 2019
• The Class of 2021 will begin their MCAS Assessments with the English MCAS Exam on Tuesday and Wednesday of next week.  Our entire school community is confident in your ability to do well on this test.  I want each of you to take your time, get a good night sleep and eat a good breakfast each morning.  We believe in you!! 
• Please be reminded that this assessment is now COMPUTER-BASED and it is imperative your school issued laptop CHARGED.  If you lost your charger you can purchase one for $20.00 from the main office. 
• MCAS REVIEW SESSIONS – MARCH 18 & 19

                                          i.    The MHS English Department will be hosting informative MCAS Review Sessions on Monday, March 18 and Tuesday, March 19, 2019 from 2:00 – 3:00pm in the MHS Library.  Sophomores…you do not want to miss out on this.  We hope to see many of you at the Review Sessions.  Please reach out to your English teacher with any questions.

3.  StartSTRONG Program – Class of 2023:
• Applications to be an Orientation Leader for the StartSTRONG Program are now available in the main office.  All students in Grade 9 – 11 are eligible to apply!  The Orientation Leaders who are selected will have the important take of welcoming the Class of 2023 to MHS!  Do not miss out on a great opportunity!  The deadline to apply is Friday, April 5, 2019!!
• Please see Mr. Branagan or Tori Warner with any questions.

4. Professional Development Day - Friday, March 22

·         Just a reminder to all students that on Friday, March 22, 2019 the high school will dismiss at 11:30am for the day.  The MHS Faculty will be participating a very important workshops and meetings for the afternoon.

5.  Exciting Opportunities for the Class of 2020 – FINAL CALL!!
• The following exciting opportunities for the members of the Class of 2020

                                         i.    Boy’s State & Girl’s State

If you have a true interest in government and leadership, then you may want to sign up to be a nominee to represent MHS as the representative at the Boys State and Girls State Conference in June.

                                       ii.    Student Trooper Program

If you have an interest in Law Enforcement, you may want to consider being a candidate for the Student Trooper Program.

• Please see Mr. Branagan for more information.  These exciting opportunities are sponsored by the American Legion Post 64 of Middleborough!
• You must EMAIL Mr. Branagan immediately to reserve a spot for an interview by Friday, March 22, 2019.  If you have already communicated…you are all set.  Juniors…you do not want to miss out on these great opportunities.

6.  Massasoit Community College – On The Spot Admissions Day
• Attention Class of 2019:  MHS will be hosting Massasoit Community College for On the Spot Admissions on Monday, March 18, 2019 from 9:30am – 12:00pm in the MHS Guidance Office.  We wish our seniors interviewing well on Monday!

     

     7.  Rock Your Socks Day – Thursday, March 21

·         Ok Middleborough…let’s rock out our crazy socks for Worlds Down Syndrome Day by voluntarily wearing the craziest socks you own.  You can wear them, decorate them, wear them in your hair, arms…or of course, your feet.  By paying $1.00 you can truly make a difference.  Money will be collected before school and during all four lunches on Thursday. 

8.  Attention Parents/Guardians – Coffee with the Counselors – Tuesday, March 19

·         The next Coffee with the Counselors will be held on Tuesday, March 19, 2019 at 9:30am in the MHS Guidance Office.  Please reach out to the Guidance Office with any questions.  We hope to see you there!

9.   Unified Track and Field – Partners Needed

·         The Unified Track and Field Team is still looking for a few Partners to join the Unified Track and Field Team this spring.  Anyone interested should see Mr. Sylvia or Ms. Laine as soon as possible.

10.  Budget Bites Program – Thursday, March 21

·         We are proud to welcome and exciting program and workshop to MHS on Thursday, March 21 during all four lunches.   Home alone?  Going to College? Always hungry?  There will be cooking workshop in Berry’s Corner during all four lunches.  You must register for the event by seeing Ms. Adelman, Mrs. Rufo or Mrs. Dyer.  An exciting event for sure!

11.   Student Council Updates

·         Executive Board Meeting – Monday, March 18 – 6:00pm

·         Full Council Meeting – Wednesday, March 20 – 7:00 – 8:30pm – MHS  Cafeteria

·         MASC SUMMER LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE IS NOW OPEN TO REGISTER!  Come on, Student Council….you do not want to miss out on a great Student Council event and an event better leadership experience.  Camp will be held from July 7 – 11, 2019 at Worcester State University.  You can register by visiting www.mastuco.net   Camp materials can be picked up from Mr. Branagan or Mr. Siciliano.  You do not want to miss this, Student Council! 

12.  FamilySTRONG Meeting – Wednesday, March 20, 2019

·         The next meeting for FamilySTRONG will be held on Wednesday, March 20, 2019 at 6:00pm in the MHS Library.  Please reach out to Mrs. Tucker at ctucker@middleboro.k12.ma.us with any questions. 

    

Have a great week and be good to each other!   

Branagan J

We Are Sachems!