Outreach Reminders

Collecting for Youth Assistance Auction

Muir is creating a Chocolate and Coffee basket to be donated to the Taste of Valley Auction. The auction's proceeds will support Huron Valley's youth Assistance. So during this season or after season sales, please consider purchasing items of Coffee or Chocolate to donate to our Basket! Items may be dropped off from now 'til the January 28 to Principal McKenna.

Leadership's Giving Tree

The 8th Grade Leadership Class is sponsoring a Giving Tree to support Community Sharing! Please consider buying NEW gloves, mittens, hats and scarves to put onto our Giving Trees. Also, we are accepting GENTLY USED boots and winter coats....these can be placed in boxes underneath the trees. These trees are located in a corner of the cafeteria.

Gift or Renew Magazines

As you are seeing loved ones this season, remind them to renew their magazines thru QSP.com (not thru the magazine itself). Through QSP, you can renew and gift mags all year long. And Muir gets 40% of the purchase. How great is that!

QSP.com
Click onto Supporter section
Log under Muir parent council or code 425007594

Parent Council Reminders

Canned Food Drive
This week's bonus days are Tues.- Pet food,
Wed.- sugar and flour, Thurs- Last day to collect
Mr. Devorin's class is leading. But the race is not yet done.
If you would like to help pack up boxes for Community Sharing,
contact Ms. Blanchard
blanchardk@huronvalley.k12.mi.us

Book Fair
Starts Dec 2-10
This is a great way to help our fund our library
and get you Christmas shopping done early.
Go here to preview
http://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bookfairs/cptoolkit/publish/muir
Thanks to all the volunteers who signed up
to help Mrs. Probe and Mrs. Rose

Gift Magazines for Christmas
Go to QSP.com and purchase mags for your love ones.
They can be sent long distances and 40% goes to Muir.
Log under Muir parent council or code 425007594


H1N1 Vaccinations
Dec 3. at Lakeland High School
3pm-8pm
enroll at http://www.oakgov.com/health

Muir Parent Council Meeting
Tuesday, Dec 8 at 1:00
Looking to the New Year!
Check out updates at muirpc.com

Muir's Canned Food Drive

On Monday-Wednesday-Friday until mid Dec.
Classes compete for points by bringing in food items for Community Sharing
Double Bonus Points given if...
This Wed. your student brings "condiments"
This Friday, the 20th is Shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste
I will keep you updated on the Double pt bonus events.

***Parents are needed during 4th hour (10:40-11:40) on M,W,F to help sort
Contact Ms. Blanchard if you are available- BlanchardK@huronvalley.k12.mi.us

End of the Term

It is the end of the term. Your child will be getting their report card next Thursday. Make sure he/she checks the Honor Roll list. We, Parent Council, will see them on Friday with a popcorn reward. Great Job to all for getting through the first term! Learning the ropes of a new year is tough.

Vote! Tuesday, NOV. 3

BSSF renewal and Bus and Tech bond are up for a vote on Nov. 3. To help you make an informed choice, please go the Huron valley website to get more information. Polls are opened from 7am til 8pm. To find out where you need to vote go to www.michigan.gov/vote

Remember to Vote Nov. 3

BSSF renewal and Bus and Tech bond are up for a vote on Nov. 3. To help you make an informed choice, please go the Huron valley website to get more information.

Halloween Dance Volunteers Needed

Ms. Blanchard is needing parent volunteers for the Halloween Dance next Friday. If you have any time available between 1:30 and 4:00 pm on Oct. 30, please contact her blanchardk@huronvalley.k12.mi.us .

Parent Council Meeting Tuesday

Hope the Parent-Teacher conferences went well for you. If you missed them, no worry. You get next Thursday, October 15 from 3-6 PM to make a showing. And, Muir teachers also have office hours and email to answer your questions.

To find out more news about Muir, come to our Tuesday meeting, Oct 13th from 1:00-2:00 PM. You can ask questions and hear from Mr. McKenna about Muir and Huron Valley news. Plus, meet parents that have trail blazed before you. So you can prepare your student for their next grade and high school.

Email us if you can't make it and want minutes. Information is power!

Parent Teacher Conferences

Parent Teacher Conferences are tomorrow October 8, 3-7pm and 15th, 3-6pm. If you are willing to make a dish for the teachers' potluck, email us and we will tell you what we still need. Don't be afraid to visit our table for Millage renewal and bond information.

muirpc@gmail.com

Magazine Update

Thank you for all your support this year in this tough economic time. For those that bought a magazine or filled out an address booklet, ask your student how they liked the BMX show. And please tell them that the sale went very well and we are waiting for Skinit coupons to arrive from California. Hopefully next week!

If you still want to order Magazines turn in your "pay later forms" to the office and I will mail them. Or go to QSP.com all year long! Proceeds will go to Muir Parent Council.

THANK YOU for your Support!

Curriculum Night is this Thursday

Attention all parents! Tell your kids that you need their schedule and come to school to meet their teacher. You get to follow your child's schedule for a night. Curriculum night starts at 7:00 pm. Each class is 10 min. and then the bell excuses you to go to the next class on the schedule. This is a fun way to learn what is expected from your student.

Hope to see you there. Stop by our table if you have questions about Magazine sales, want to sign up for a committee, or find information about the district renewal and bond vote on Nov. 3rd.

Info about ordering Mags Online

I've tested the site. You first need to register your child's name with QSP.com. Then they will receive a code. You can email that code to your relatives from the QSP site or on your own. Then your student will get credit for all sales your friends and relatives complete online. I will print out a new sales report each morning about 9:30 am. SO those kids get credit towards the games and contest offers.

Your information stays anonymous and you can use your account all year for giftings and renewals. If you forgot your password, QSP will immediately email one and then you can personalize your account.

Email

muirpc@gmail.com

for any magazine questions.

Magazine Kick-off

Well we kicked off our annual magazine sale. You can order by filling out given paper work with the catalog in your student's packet. Or have your buyers go to Qsp.com and Muirpc's code 425007594. Both ways count for the contest. You can renew your existent mag this way also. Just check the renewal box!

This sale will be promoted until the 25th of September. There are incentives for your children to sell this week.

• Sell/renew 1 mag. -your student gets entrance to BMX show on the 30th (and pass on 6th hr class) and chance to win prizes with the pig races at lunch everyday!
  
• Sell/renew 3 mags- free SKINIT as proudly displayed on my phone at Tuesday's pc meeting (go to Skinit.com to see variety)
• Sell/renew 5 mags- Child enters Wii tournament at lunch and opportunity to win an official Verlander game Jersey
• Sell/renew 10 mags get free music BMG gift certificate
  
• Sell/renew 20 mags Get choice of Verlander/ Lindstrom Jersey (150.00 value)
• Sell/renew 40 mags- $100 straight out

If your child fills out booklet, they get key chain, jelly ring and BMX show attendance also.
And another chance to win a jersey!

As you can see, this is an awesome, fun way to raise money for MuirPC. Email me if you want to be a part of the sale comittee next week at lunch or have any questions.

muirpc@gmail.com

Meeting Highlights

Our first meeting had a great turnout. I thank all who attended or responded to wanting the minutes of the meeting. There was so much business to get done. Next month's meeting will only last an hour. We promise!

Thank you to our Assistant Superintendent, Donna Welch, for informing us on the upcoming bond and millage renewal. If you have questions concerning the renewal and bond, please email her directly to an address set up just for that reason:

bond-bssfquestions@huronvalley.k12.mi.us

For those who want to help Jennifer Bell and Kelli Yates, with the task of informing Muir parents about the upcoming Nov. 3rd vote, please email them.

Email Kelli and Jen Here!

Lastly, Magazine Sale kicks off Thursday. It will run from the 17th -25th. BMX show, prizes, and 'lunch-fun' for all students who sell this week.

Hope the rest of your week goes splendidly.

Parent Council Meeting

This Tuesday, Sept. 15 at noon, Muir PC will be handling a lot of new business for the new year. This is a going to be jammed packed with greeting new comers, welcoming back the die hards, and committee introductions. Come and learn about Muir Parent Council.

We also have Donna Welch from district coming to give us information about the upcoming millage renewal. It is a great opportunity to ask questions and find out the millage facts so you can make an educated decision in November's elections. Bring on the Questions! I love debate.

Lastly, we are serving snacks. So come for the hors d'oeuvres and stay for the company. All are welcomed. Hope to see you Tuesday.

Teen Night at Milford Pool and Fitness

This Thursday, Sept. 10th is Teen Night at Milford Pool and Fitness. Middle Schooler age only from 6:00pm-7:30pm. So encourage your Muir Student to come and enjoy the basketball courts, indoor track, pool, and friends. It is $5 for admission and pizza is included. What a deal! If you are a parent, you can hang with us at the concession stand. Get to know some teachers and fellow parents. And as always, your volunteer opportunity is priceless (to us). Hope to see you there.

First Day of School

Hey everyone,
School starts tomorrow at 7:36 am. Hope everyone is ready for the paperwork of the first week. Remember to ask your student about the intro letters that they receive from each teacher. You have to sign them so they get credit.

Then ask your student if he/she will be attending Teen night (for middle schoolers only) this Thursday, Sept. 10th at Milford High school's pool and fitness from 6:00-7:30 pm. Admission is $5 (pizza is included).

Hope they have a great Day at school!

New Kid Night Tomorrow

New Kid Night starts at 7:00 pm on Tues., Sept 1st. Your child will get to try his/her locker combination and trace their schedules so they can feel comfortable on the first day of school. You will also be able to meet our new principal, buy Muir T-shirts and Sweatshirts, and pick up preliminary supply list. Most important--Please Stop by the Parent Council Table to say hi! (just kidding)

Save the Date!

New Kids Night
(orientation for 6th graders and new students)

September 1st, 7:00 pm at Muir

First Day of School
September 8, 7:26 am (1st bell)

Fun Night at Milford Pool for all Muir students
September 10, 6:00-7:30 pm ($5 plus snack money)
Parent Volunteers needed. Contact us at

muirpc@gmail.com

Parent Council Meeting
September 15
12 noon for snacks and coffee

Picture Day
September 16

Magazine Kickoff
September 17-25

Curriculum Night at Muir
September 24, 7:00 pm

Needing Volunteers for Muir's Pool Night

Muir is in charge of Concessions this year. We will need 10 volunteers for Pool Night. It is a great time to get to know other parents and help the school. Parents are needed from 6-8pm on Thursday, Sept 10th. Please email if you are available.

Email Parent Council Here!

Looking forward to Fall

Welcome to Muir Parent Council (MuirPC). We have entered some helpful information about Muir's Happenings. Schedules and a Welcome newsletter will be mailed out to the students on August 24th. As you surf down on the blog, you will see a wonderful letter from our new Principal, Mr. McKenna and upcoming important dates. As more news arrives, I will post reminders on this site. Hold loosely to dates and times for they may change. Thank you for checking us out!

For questions,

Email Parent Council Here!

A Welcome From Our New Principal

August 2009
Dear Muir Families,

I would like to take this time to introduce myself and share my excitement about my new appointment as the new principal of Muir Middle School. A school with an excellent tradition focused on learning, a commitment to high expectations and collaboration. I intend to continue these successful traditions and practices.

Let me share some information about my educational background and professional experience. After graduating from high school, I attended Eastern Michigan University. While at Eastern, I majored in Biology focusing on a career in education. Once completing my bachelor's, I was hired as an 8th grade middle school science/math teacher with Ypsilanti Public Schools. After two years, I had the opportunity to teach science at Milford High School. As I earned my Masters of Arts in Educational Leadership, I was fortunate to have been selected as an Assistant Principal at Milford High School for the past three years.

Already having the opportunity to work and meet several parents, I look forward to meeting many more. I want to stress my enthusiasm and excitement to be so fortunate to be a part of such a great community and staff. I wish you and your family the best and I hope you enjoy the rest of the summer.

Sincerely,
Kevin M. McKenna





Kevin McKenna
Principal
Muir Middle School
(248) 684-8117
mckennak@huronvalley.k12.mi.us

Save the Date!

I know that you may be gearing up for the Fall. Here are some dates to add to your planner. Don't kill the messenger if they change!

New Kids Night
(orientation for 6th graders and new students)

September 1st, 7:00 pm at Muir

First Day of School
September 8, 7:36 am (2nd bell)

Fun Night at Milford Pool for all Muir students
September 10, 6:00-7:30 pm ($5 plus snack money)

Parent Council Meeting
September 15
12 noon for snacks and coffee

Picture Day
September 16

Curriculum Night at Muir
September 24, 7:00 pm

End of the Year Update

Change is always scary and exciting. I know we are all going to miss Mrs. Lizzet and Mr. Nelson. (Thank you for serving us so well at Muir.) I will post the official news of our new principal when it reaches me. So as of now, rest and have a great summer. Hope to see all of you in the fall.

Check out the blog through out the summer for Calendar news and Magazine renewal information. Click here. QSP Magazine Sales

Renew your Magazines

Many have told me that their magazines are coming up for renewal. Please renew through QSP.com. Muir will receive 40% of all QSP purchases when the code 425007594 is logged in. You also can gift magazines. Check out the site. QSP Magazine Sales

Clap out the 8th Graders

Eighth grade clap out is June 10th, 2:00 pm. Thank you to these students' parents for giving to Muir Parent Council. Muir PC is wishing you well in high school and its good of you to learn the ropes before we get up there.

We wish you well, Mrs. Lizzet

And a hearty "thank you" to Principal Gayle Lizzet for serving Muir and Parent Council so well the last 10 years. You will be missed. Have a great retirement! And parents if you are as unnerve when it comes to changes as much I am, it may comfort you to know that Mr. Mango will stay on as our Assistant Principal. So our kids will still know what to expect at lunch!

Welcome upcoming 6th graders

Muir's orientation for the class of 2017 is happening today, May 5th. Parents will also be gathering tonight at 7:00 pm for an informational meeting. So welcome to the newcomers! Check out our blog and leave your email with us. We will send you quarterly updates and alerts about special events happening at Muir. Click on the Hawkeye to link to Muir's school web page.

To leave your email, link here.

Muir Parent Council contact list

Leadership's Charity Drive

The Leadership class is in the middle of their spring charity project.
This year they are sponsoring 4 different charities.
*Special Olympics
*Sponsor a Cage
*Honduras Orphanage
*Relay-4-Life (American Cancer Foundation)

A penny equals a point. The goal is to be the TOP class of the TOP grade. The prize for the winning CLASS of the winning grade is to PARTICIPATE in the Jousting Assembly during 4th hour on Friday, May 29th. The 4th hour teacher of the top class will also participate.

So Bring in your money! Drive lasts until May 28.

Teacher Appreciation Week

Next week Kelli Yates and Jennifer Bell are creating wonderful events for our staff and students to show our teachers how much we appreciate them. If you would like to donate money, food, or your time, please contact them ASAP. Many of you have emailed Muir PC already. Thank You!

Email Kelli and Jen Here!

Keys Survey

Muir Middle School wants your input. Go to Keys for Education to fill out survey. This is anonymous and short. Click "Take Survey" and type in Muir's zipcode "48381". Now print out last page for your son/daughter and have them give to their math teacher for extra credit. Survey is only available until May 18.

link to Keys Survey

welcome New 6th graders

Hello future Muir Parents,
Thank you for checking out our blog. Muir's 6th grade parent orientation is May 5th at 7:00pm. Hope to see you there. Visit our table for PC information or email us. You will get quarterly updates and parent council reminders.

Signup for Parent council updates.

Email Parent Council Here!

Mardi Gras Dance needs some Helpers!

This Thursday, March 19, is our Muir Mardi Gras dance. Volunteers are definitely needed. Here are some ways you can plug-in!
12:00-2:30 Set-up crew (or anytime therein)
2:00-2:30 Ticket sales
2:15-4:00 Pizza/pop/concession sales
2:15-4:00 Bouncers/chaperones
3:45-4:30 Tear down crew

Contact Mrs Johnson if you have time to help.

Email Mrs. Johnson Here!

Wanted Book Fair Volunteers!

It is book fair time. Mrs. Probe, the librarian, is needing help during the end of February and the first week of March. If you are available, please call our Book Fair Chair, Isla Rose. Email for Isla is irose@netrek.net

Muir Parent Council Paper Recycling

Parent Council is paired up with Baker elementary and Abitibi paper recycling. Drop off all old Magazines, paper, Newspaper, and catalogs to Baker Elementary's south lot green and yellow bin. Muir splits proceeds with Baker. This helps bring money to both schools. Thank you for participating with us.

Parent Council Meeting, Feb. 10

All are welcomed at parent council meetings. These meetings are great opportunities to get to know other parents and hear what Muir Middle School is doing! Come this Tuesday, February 10 at 1:00 pm. We meet in the teacher lounge. Hope to see you there.

Directories are out!

Thank you to the group of Ladies who worked on the Directory. It was light work with so many hands. (I also enjoyed the socializing.) Parent Council hopes that all will enjoy this year's directory. If you are having name problems, please email muirpc@gmail.com
We would like to know for next year.