Medway Middle School

Did you purchase your tickets for tonight's (and tomorrow, Saturday, October 28, at 2:00 pm) performance? They are available for purchase at the door ($10.00).

Did you know about 40% of 12-20-year-olds reported having tried alcohol at least once? Check out this informative article from today.com on how to prevent your kids from abusing alcohol. https://on.today.com/3tI09j4 #BuildingBrightBrains #SUPMedway

Medway Public Schools is looking to fill the following positions; High School ELA Teacher (November 1 - Approx. April 15) $200/day Daily substitute - High School Physics Teacher (now through approx. December 2023) $110/day Special Ed Teacher at Medway Middle School, full-time (starting January 2024) Grade 4 teacher (now through approx. January 2024) $200/day Please email your resume and references to Carly Hofstra at chofstra@medwayschools.org

Medway Friends of the Performing Arts and Medway Middle School present a musical presentation of Trap. Performances are scheduled for this Friday, October 27, at 7:00 pm and Saturday, October 28, at 2:00 pm.

The Indigenous People's Day Committee presents the walking tour with Medway's Open Spaces & Trails. Jim Wickis of Medway's Open Spaces will provide a casual (40-minute) walking tour on Saturday, October 28, beginning at 10:00 am. The walking tour will start at the Adams Street Meadow (near the Adams Street parking lot). Mr. Wickis will identify native and non-native plants on Medway's nature trails. In addition, we will visit boxes along the path to learn about Indigenous People's history in Medway. All ages are welcome on this 40-minute, half-mile casual walking tour.

All Medway Public Schools will be CLOSED on Friday, November 10, in observance of Veterans Day. Honoring all who served.

Medway Public Schools is hiring. We seek a long-term sub for a 4th-grade classroom ($200/day.) Immediate start date with an end date to be determined. Email your resume and qualifications to John Kelley at jkelley@medwayschools.org. We also seek a full-time English Language Learner Teacher at Medway Middle School. Submit your resume, transcripts/certifications, and three (3) letters of reference to Amanda Luizzi at aluizzi@medwayschools.org. Job description: https://www.schoolspring.com/jobs

The next Friday Night Done Right is November 10! Students in grades 5-8. Medway youth will be able to indulge in endless fun, such as lawn games, inflatable obstacle courses, arts and crafts, video games, sports, social time, and pizza for dinner. This program was created to provide our youth with protective factors that keep them safe in drug-free spaces. Register using this link: https://bit.ly/3P3hYjP.

The prefrontal cortex, responsible for executive function skills like impulse control, decision-making, and problem-solving, is the last to develop into the early 20s. Do not expect perfection, yet encourage these skills in teens as their brain develops to build a vital "executive function" muscle.

Medway Friends of the Performing Arts and Medway Middle School present a musical presentation of Trap. Performances are scheduled on October 27 at 7:00 pm and October 28 at 2:00 pm. Purchase tickets online by using this link https://bit.ly/3M6R8qa

Key to substance use prevention is talking openly with our students and helping them understand the impact of substance abuse on their health. Studies show that the earlier an individual starts smoking, drinking, or using other drugs, the greater the likelihood of developing an addiction. The risk of addiction and substance abuse decreases yearly, and substance use is delayed during adolescent brain development. If you or a loved one is struggling, we want to remind you of Care Solace, a complimentary service available to the Medway Public Schools community. To find a substance use treatment or mental health care provider to help you through your challenges, contact Care Solace at 888-515-0595.

Save the Date - Medway Turkey Trot is Thursday, November 23, at 7:30 am. All funds raised go to Medway Athletics. Register using this link: https://racewire.com/register.php?id=13763.

A flu shot clinic will be held today, Monday, October 16, from 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm at Burke/Memorial School, 16 Cassidy Lane. The flu clinic is free for all (5+). Please bring a copy of your insurance card and wear a short-sleeved shirt. No co-pays!

The Medway Foundation for Education has provided grants to fund innovative programs, events, and educational support to teachers and students in Medway since 2002! Did you know the MFE funded or helped fund the kiln used to make the ceramic tiles students design, the beautiful new Me on the Map mural at Burke-Memorial, and the fantastic new performance piano at the high school? And that MFE also funded the Lost Boys of Sudan event, Remembering Auschwitz Virtual Tour, and the inaugural year of the Financial Literacy Fair and STEM Saturday for Girls? MFE is a quiet but powerful resource for our schools, students, and teachers. BUT MFE needs help. Most Board members have been involved for many years; our kids have graduated or are in high school. WE NEED VOLUNTEERS to help us hold events (Dodgeball, Trivia Bee, and more) and raise funds to keep funding future grants. You can join our Board (which meets quarterly to plan events and review and vote on grant proposals) or help with fundraising and events. Are you a social media guru? We could use that assistance as well. Anyone in the community is welcome, but we’re especially seeking input and assistance from parents of those in K-8. Feel free to reach out to anyone on the Board for more information! https://www.mfeducation.org/

Are you interested in quitting vaping? Quitting vaping isn't easy, but you are not alone in it. We are informing you of a text-to-quit vaping service that can help. It's super easy, completely free, and available 24-7 to help with cravings, stresses, and slips. For more information, visit the truth.com https://bit.ly/46K3Tiu Fact: Nicotine use before age 25 can disrupt normal dopamine regulation. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that regulates mood, motivation, reward, and movement. Some natural ways to regulate dopamine levels include exercise, sleep, and listening to music.

Daily substitutes are needed at all Medway Public Schools. $110.00/day. The minimum requirement is an Associate's Degree. If interested, email Emily King at eking@medwayschools.org

Are you looking for the perfect fall activity? Look inside this week's Community Bulletin; it's chock full of programs and events. Click this link to view all the programs, events, and reminders inside: https://conta.cc/45e7TGM

Sharing information from Brian Crockett, Licensed Addiction Counselor, on how your brain makes you think you are making real connections when drinking alcohol. This educational post is worth a read - fascinating! #buildingbrightbrains #education #SUPMedway

Please join Medway THRIVE on 10/18 for an event for Medway parents and guardians. Andrea Delucia, the author of How Do I Deal with My Emotions, will present Finding Harmony at Home: Famly Wellness and Stress Relief. We look forward to seeing you at MMS (Door 7) at 7:00 p.m.

There will be no school on Monday, October 9, in observance of Indigenous Peoples Day.