The school year is quickly coming to an end and the library has been a whirlwind of excitement.  It's been a positively marvelous year.

The Scholastic Book Fair is once again coming to our school on Monday, May 20 through Thursday May 23.  It will be open before, during and after school for your shopping must haves as well as during open house.  This is a good time to pickup some exciting summer  reading novels.  Drop on by during the day or use the online shopping website.  
We are in need of volunteers to help during the fair days and snacks for the teacher preview on Monday.  You can contact me at 925 606-4731, if you are interested in helping with the book fair.  

Our Scholastic Book Fair website is  http://bookfairs.scholastic.com/homepage/wmendenhallmidsch

Also -
Check your child’s AR progress by clicking here  https://Hosted283.renlearn.com/280958/HomeConnect

Just type in your child’s user name and password to access their record.

Thank you for your support and have an enjoyable summer.

We are pleased and proud to announce that our principal, Mrs. Sambuceti was awarded Administrator of the Year on May 9th. Shown here is Mrs. Sambuceti holding the plaque standing next to Mrs. Bowers, Superintendent of Schools for LVJUSD. Congratulations! Well Done!

We had an extremely successful incoming 6th grade orientation on Tuesday April 23 for students and their families. Skits were performed and teachers introduced themselves and their classes in a spirited way. The PowerPoint used for the presentation is available HERE.

Ms. Sambuceti and Mr. Bernal gave talks at Sunset and Smith to our incoming parents about what to expect when transitioning to Middle School. The talks were well received and we are very fortunate to have a wonderful group of dedicated parents coming to our school next year. Click HERE to download a copy of the PowerPoint used for the presentations.

Join us for the last dinner night at Mr. Pickles on Tuesday, May 21 from 4pm to 7pm.  Enjoy the fresh salads and the delicious sandwiches in their outdoor patio or get it “to go”.  Mr. Pickles is donating 20% of all sales toward the 8th grade promotion activities.  They are located on the corner of 4th Street and South Livermore Avenue (373-7553).  Thank you!

Join us for Open House from 5-8pm and talk to teachers, see the work your student has completed and for the first time, enjoy dinner.  The Food Truck Mafia will be there selling food and desserts.  10% of all their proceeds will be donated back to MMS PTSA.  Some tables and chairs will be provided and you may bring a blanket and eat picnic style. Click here for the Open House flyer.

Get your pertussis/whooping cough (Tdap) vaccines now so there will be no delay in getting your schedule or attending school in the fall.  All students entering 7th grade must provide written proof of vaccination.  Notes from Health Services

It's not too late to preorder the 2012-2013 Mendenhall yearbook. It is still $40, however, after March 4th the price goes up.

The Livermore American Indian Center serves Native students with free tutoring, culture classes, field trips, summer day camps and more.  Please contact the Center at (925) 606-4748 or email mputhoff@lvjusd.k12.ca.us

Great news!  Our online apparel shop is open for business.  Customize your favorite gear on screen and have it shipped directly to your door.  There are hundreds of products to choose from and we earn money on every single purchase!!  As an added bonus, we can save $9.00 on every order by using the promo code BT445 at checkout.  Happy shopping everyone!

Much of the material presented to our community by the Livermore Police Department on Thursday, October 25, is now available for parents on our Website. Go to the PTSA tab and click on Resources.

LVJUSD is renewing its pledge to adhere to Board Policy 5332 and to that aim is asking all schools to strictly enforce the dress code.  To help us in that process, the district has changed some of its procedures.  They are as follows:

1st offense:  referral, required to change clothes*, and parent contact;
2nd offense:  referral, required to change clothes, parent contact, and possible detention;
3rd offense:  referral, required to change clothes, detention, parent contact, and conference required; suspension and school/community service may also be required.

Students will be required to change into clothing provided by the district.  While these changes are not significantly different from our typical practice, there are a few differences.  Previously we have not required boys to change out of sagging pants and have allowed students to change into PE clothes. They often have not received detentions or phone calls home.  We will step up enforcement, and parents, your support of this policy is requested.  Please help your children to dress appropriately for school. Click HERE for examples of appropriate and inappropriate guidelines.
 

By Car:  25 MPH Speed Limit
Red Curb:  No Stopping, waiting or parking
Yellow Curb:  Drop off only
Green Curb:  Timed parking
 
By Bicycle:  Must wear helmet
Ride on right side of road (same direction as traffic)
Stop at Stop signs
One rider per bike
 
Walking:  Cross only at signals and marked cross walks

May-June 2013

MAY

20-23 (M-Th)  Book Fair

21 (T)  Mr. Pickle’s Fundraiser

22 (W) Open House

24 (F)  Non-Attendance Day (No School)

27 (M) Memorial Day (No School)

Click the link below for the revised 2013 - 2014 School Year Calendar. School Starts Aug 21.

2013 - 2014 School Year Calendar

2013-2014 CALENDARIO DE LOS ESTUDIANTES

On December 4 and 5, Ms. Sambuceti outlined for parents and students a summary of expectations and events specifically designed for our 8th graders. Included here is the PowerPoint used in her presentation, as well as all documents that you will need to fill out and turn in to the office in order to participate. Included also is the promotion newsletter that gives further details with specific dates and deadlines. We encourage you to review these materials carefully and return the completed forms by March 25, 2013.

PowerPoint Presentation

Promotion Newsletter

Discovery Kingdom No. 1

Discovery Kingdom No. 2

Discovery Kingdom No. 3

This is The Stampede, an electronic magazine that lets you know a little bit more about what Mendenhall Middle School is all about.  This digital magazine is put together by the Yearbook class.  While we are in charge of putting together the Yearbook, we also give people a perspective on what Mendenhall is all about. Find it by clicking:

Here for Issue 1, 11/5/12

Here for Issue 2, 12/5/12

Here for Issue 3, 1/11/13

Here for Issue 4,4/22/13

Click HERE to download the school calendar. Click Here for the calendar in Spanish.

New Parents Presentation, Click HERE

6th grader Webpage, Click HERE

4/24/12 Parent Presentation, Click HERE

As your 8th grader begins school, planning for the 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony and events is already underway.  Please see the attached form and sign up to help with the events planned for next June.  You can email your completed form to Pam or leave your form at the MMS office.  Thank you for helping make this a memorable and fun time for the eighth grade class.  Any questions, please call Pam Mayhew at 443-2101.  Click here for the form.
 

MathCounts is one of the country's largest and most successful education partnerships.  The purpose is to encourage interest and develop ability in mathematics among all middle school students.  Click HERE for the new Mendenhall MathCounts Website for more information.

With the wonderful District support given by former Mendenhall teacher Mrs. Schlichter, we are happy to offer some video help to our students now on the website. Click on the Resources tab above for Math is not just joy.

Are you concerned about the organizational skills of your child? Are you concerned about the grades of your child? Lack of progress? What should you do if your child is struggling? Click HERE to download a Family Road Map for helpful first steps.