Welcome back to Stoneham Middle School.
We have a few changes and new faces among the staff this school year. As always, we will all work together to keep our middle school a positive and safe learning environment. Among our new staff, I am pleased to introduce Mr. Jonathan Pohorilak (Gr. 8 Social Studies), Mr. Brendan Doherty (Gr. 8 Math), Ms. Catherine Murphy (Special Education), Ms. Tracey Cruickshank (Special Education), Ms. Cara Kalf (Special Education), Ms. Theresa Carey (ELL) and Mrs. Kathleen Peterson (Tech Aide).
Among the many new changes this school year, we have the return of intramurals, a jazz band and we hope to institute afterschool art, drama and chorus. I will keep everyone updated regarding these programs.
As we enter the 2008-2009 school year, keep in mind that our school strives to create confident learners, develop community-minded citizens and promote respectful behavior. The core values are ever-present in our daily routine both in and outside of the classroom. We have high expectations that our students will act as good citizens, work hard and behave with the manners that make all of us proud.
Encourage your children to become involved in their school through community service activities, peer tutoring, math team, media club, Junior Great Books Club, and student council. All these extra-curricular activities are funded through grants and donations from local businesses/organizations and private citizens.
Getting involved in the school community bonds us together as we strive toward our goals of success and respect. Accordingly, parents are encouraged to get involved also. Please join a committee on the PTO, come chaperone a dance or help on a field trip.
Above all, we can work together, stay positive, study hard, and reap the benefits of these efforts during the school year.
I wish everyone a great school year; do not hesitate to call Mrs. Fulmer or me with any questions. Read the Handbook which is now included in our newly designed agenda book. Clarifications on school rules such as dress code and attendance should be noted. Let’s all work toward making this school year successful.
Christopher Banos
Principal
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