It's #NationalSchoolSocialWorkWeek! THANK YOU to our K-12 Social Worker, Melissa Montella, for your outstanding support to our students, families, & district team. We appreciate your continued commitment & efforts to support student success! #SSWW2024 #UMProud
Today was an extra magical day for the second-graders of UMPS! Our UMMS students gave them an enchanting preview of their upcoming musical, "Beauty and the Beast". 🌹🎶
The full performances will take place this week on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings at 7 PM. Show your support for our incredible theater program by coming out to see the show!
Tickets will be available at the door - don't miss out! #UMProud #BeautyAndTheBeast
UMMS 6th-graders in Mr. Feldman's Social Studies class brought history to life as they traveled to Ancient Mesopotamia, with their culminating event being the Marshmallow Catapult War Games. Students became members of ancient city-states, strategized, and battled it out in three challenges: Distance, Accuracy, and the Knock Out Round!
Students also researched and constructed Ziggurats - each city-state built its temple with unique touches that reflect their personality and identity.
Hats off to Mr. Feldman and his students for turning learning into an immersive experience and unforgettable adventure! 👏
#UMProud #HandsOnHistory #ImmersiveLearningExperience
This afternoon, award-winning author & illustrator, Javaka Steptoe, spoke to UMMS 6th-graders about his creative process, drawing from his own life to inspire his art. 📚
Come see Javaka TONIGHT, as well as local authors Karema Farmer & Jonathan Marshall, at our 2nd Annual African American Read-In Event at Upper Moreland Middle School, from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM. All families and ages in our community are welcome!
⭐ Learn more here!: https://cdn.smore.com/u/thumbs/5102/thumb-1d43238b71b45e3efc86512c2534fcf8.png?fbclid=IwAR2lbYIZ7ex2rmPmYLUOLKqjgtEOvJhoAeEEFBRyKE0hE9IIV0yKQTt4xuo
#UMProud #BlackHistoryMonth #Community
Join us for our second annual Read-In at UMMS! All families and ages in the community are welcome!
📅 Thursday, February 22 @ 6 PM - 8 PM
📍 Upper Moreland Middle School
This event will feature award-winning author and illustrator, Javaka Steptoe, as well as local authors Karema Farmer & Jonathan Marshall. The evening will also include creative stations to explore, a dance team performance, raffles for giveaways, and more!
⭐ Click here to view the event flyer!: https://cdn.smore.com/u/thumbs/5102/thumb-1d43238b71b45e3efc86512c2534fcf8.png
The National African American Read-In (AARI) is an event to encourage communities to read together, centering African American books and authors. It was established in 1990 by the Black Caucus of the National Council of Teachers of English.
#UMProud #BlackHistoryMonth
Ms. Valentine's Social & Emotional Learning (SEL) students at UMMS celebrated Valentine's Day with "Minute to Win It" style games. Through these activities, students honed important skills such as teamwork, communication, & problem-solving. 💜
#UMProud #ValentinesDay #Teamwork
Last month at UMMS, our 8th-graders met with Heather Sliwinski, CEO & Founder of a local nonprofit, the Honor and Courage Foundation. Their mission is to support Veterans and First Responders suffering from PTSD and physical battle scars through mentorship and advocacy. Heather shared her insights, answered student questions, and left everyone feeling inspired. 💜💛
#UMProud #HonorandCourage
In honor of Martin Luther King Day, UMMS students in 6th-grade literacy classes made Valentine's Day cards for families supported by the Breathing Room Foundation as part of their "Share the Love" program. The Breathing Room provides care and support for families dealing with cancer; their mission is to offer families a little "breathing room" during challenging times. #UMProud #MLKDay #CommunityService
Ms. Fox's 8th-grade Social Studies class had an engaging MLK Day Station-based learning session last week in the UMMS commons area. Students worked in group stations and explored topics such as MLK's early life, civil rights contributions, nonviolent protest methods, National Day of Service history, & service opportunities in our UM community. Groups participated in thoughtful discussions as they recorded their takeaways on class worksheets. 📝
#MLKDay #UMProud #LearningInAction #DayofService
This week, Mrs. Roessler's 7th-grade Literacy students participated in a thought-provoking "Graffiti Wall" in the commons area at UMMS. Students visited multiple stations and gave their opinions on controversial statements. This activity previewed the themes they will encounter during their upcoming class read - "The Giver." 📚
#UMProud #InteractiveLearning
🌟 REMINDER: No School for Students this Monday, January 15, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 16.
#UMProud #NoSchool #MLKDay #MartinLutherKingJr #DayOfService
Yesterday, students & staff received visits from officers of the Upper Moreland Police Department on Law Enforcement Appreciation Day! Each school presented gifts & cards to the officers as a token of appreciation. Thank you, UMPD, for your commitment to our community's safety! #UMProud #LEAD #LawEnforcementAppreciationDay
The UMMS HSA celebrated the season by hosting its 3rd-Annual Hot Chocolate Bar. Students enjoyed this special treat during their lunches on the last day of school before Winter Break. ☕ Thank you to the HSA and all the volunteers for creating special moments like these! #UMProud
On Tuesday, UMHS students attending the EASTERN Center for Arts & Technology visited UMMS to introduce 8th graders to the programs offered at Eastern. They shared their personal experiences in their respective programs & encouraged students to consider EASTERN an option when entering high school.
Thank you to Amy Shields, EASTERN's Marketing & Recruitment Coordinator, and our student speakers: Charlie Cribb (Welding Technology), Abby Bilotta (Cosmetology), Brendon Trago (Automotive Technology), & Mason Brocke (Vet Science).
#UMProud
Check out the 7th-grade CO2 Dragster project in Mr. DeFranco's class at UMMS! 🏎️ In this Problem-Solving Activity, students explore aerodynamics & design CO2-powered vehicles to meet design requirements. Using Computer-Aided Design (CAD), students render a 3D model of their vehicle & test their design before constructing a physical prototype model of their idea in the materials lab. Students used their creativity to paint & personalize their creations, making each car a unique masterpiece! 🎨
#UMProud #StudentInnovation #ProblemSolving
Our talented UMMS students capped off November with their annual Choral & Orchestra Concert. 🎶 Don't miss the UMMS Band Concert tomorrow @ 7:00 PM. Come out and support our outstanding young musicians!
#UMProud #ConcertSeason
