6th graders are learning about the power of protein in their incredible edible egg unit. Student were able to choose to prepare two different egg styles out of 5. They did an amazing job!
We are celebrating the 20th anniversary of Read Across Mattoon! This is such a fantastic program and we are blessed to have it in our community. Help us celebrate by joining us at the Mattoon Public Library on Thursday, December 2nd from 4:30-6pm!
MMS Mass Media students have created an online clothing shop for MMS apparel! These designs are created and printed by MMS students. Here is a link to shop: https://mmsmassshop.wixsite.com/mms-mass-shop
Happy National STEM Day! Today in class, 6th grade students are working on building their aqueducts!
6th grade students in Mrs Campbell's classes worked on a research project learning all about the death of Ozie the Iceman. They concluded their research by forming a claim, providing evidence, and explaining their theory of what happened to him. Students worked collaboratively on a google slide presentation showcasing their theories and presenting them to their classmates.
6th grade ELA classes worked on storytelling and creative writing. Their books are published on their lockers for others to read!
7th grade Social Studies classes worked together to complete an escape room!
8th grade STEAM classes began working in teams on creating with Lego Mindstorms. Stay tuned to see their final projects!
The Wildcat Den is an area where students can come in and pick up extra food assistance while at MMS. For more information, please see Mrs. Minger in the Media Center.
Attention 8th grade students! Are you interested in taking Mass Media with Mrs. Minger next semester (Spring 2022)? Fill out the following form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeqKzueQCcLVTxyqHW7iqnRZdH0ZvLNJrppfuyFz81gcqra3A/viewform?usp=sf_link
FACS students enjoyed learning how to make homemade hot chocolate today!
MMS will be hosting a Halloween Costume Contest Friday, October 29th!
Attention 8th graders! Please fill out the following survey for your interest in CTE classes at MHS next year! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc0fcJlz6Qdt0QaVORKwl7aXqIUyfQfQHOYurjWVa376jgAJw/viewform
The MMS Annual Club's Choice Fundraiser starts today! Parents, join the clubhouse by visiting: https://seller.clubschoicefundraising.com/Account/Register?gp=MATT27
School Code: MATT27
For help watch this video: https://youtu.be/vWkBMsYUNy8
Hey parents! Are you coming to student-led conferences on Friday? Be sure to stop by the MMS New Gym for technology, academic, and SEL support!
Check out our 7th grade Industrial Technology projects! Students created cut lists, ripped and cut their lumber and assembled their homes. After the walls were complete, they then had to cut and assemble trusses, roof sheathing, then paper and shingle their roofs.
Mattoon Middle School
Absentee/Retake Day Picture Day is:
Monday, October 18, 2021
Wagner Portrait Group will be at school to photograph any students who were absent on the initial picture day or any student that needs his/her picture retaken.
If you are having a picture taken as a RETAKE, please make sure your student returns their package in its entirety, including the package insert sheet, to the photographer on retake day.
(Feel free to attach a note to describe what you’d like us to do differently.)
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Online Pre-Order Password: 7D8R6Z4
Students interested in Sign Club, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/AYyFeYnh24phfrrF8
Contact Ms. Brandon for details!
Student-led Conferences are right around the corner! We can't wait to see you October 22nd. Please see the attached flyer for details.
This week 7th grade students participated in a cell escape room challenge. Students had to use what they have learned about cells to unlock all 5 locks to escape the room. Here are some pictures of some of our successful escape artists.
