Dear Matheson Junior High Families,
As we wrap up our first week of school, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you for your support and cooperation. It’s been a fantastic start to the year, and we’re excited for the journey ahead. Congratulations to all our teachers, students, and staff members for a fantastic start. A special recognition to our Newest Tigers for entering 7th grade with positivity, and enthusiasm.
Each week we will update our website and send out a Tiger Newsletter with the hopes of providing communication and updates on the happenings at Matheson.
Upcoming Events:
Labor Day is Monday, September 2nd. No school.
School Picture Day is Wednesday, September 4th.
Hello week celebration is September 2nd-6th.
Extracurricular Activities for our Tigers:
Cross Country for all students begins Monday, August 19th starting at 3pm in the Matheson Fitness Zone Gym. Please wear athletic clothes and bring a water bottle. The locker rooms will be available to the athletes. Please see Coach Larkin for any additional information.
Soccer Intramurals for all genders and grade levels begins Monday, August 19-30th starting at 3pm on the field. All levels of skills are welcome to attend. Please wear soccer attire and bring a water bottle. The locker rooms will be available to the athletes. Team selection is September 4th. Please see a Coach Butcher or Coach Brecht for additional information or questions.
We have a few important reminders to help keep the school year running smoothly:
- Cell Phones: Thank you for helping us remind students to keep their cellphones put away during school hours. As a reminder, cellphones are not permitted at school.
- Free and Reduced Lunch Applications: Applications for free and reduced lunch are available for all students and can be completed online at https://paypams.com/OnlineApp.aspx. We encourage all families to apply.
- Attendance: Regular attendance is crucial for student success. If your student is or will be absent, please call the attendance office at 385-646-3034 to report the absence.
- Tardy Policy: Timely arrival to class is important to ensure students do not miss key instructional time. Starting Thursday, August 22nd, we will officially begin enforcing our tardy policy:
- 1st-2nd tardy: Warning
- 3rd-4th tardy: Lunch Detention
- 5th-6th tardy: Afterschool Study Hall
- 7+ tardies: Parent and administrator meeting
Please review the tardy policy with your student to help them understand the importance of being punctual.
- Tiger Binders: Students are required to bring their Tiger Binders to school every day. We are implementing a tiered consequence system for students who do not come prepared:
- 1st time: Warning and supplies provided
- 2nd time: Warning, supplies provided, and an email home
- 3rd time: Office visit, call home, and supplies provided
- 4th time: Lunch Detention, call home, and supplies provided
- 5th time: Office visit for reteaching of expectations and 30 minutes of Afterschool Study Hall
- 6th time: Office visit for reteaching of expectations and 1 hour of Afterschool Study Hall
- 7th time: Parent meeting to support student needs
Thank you for your continued support in these areas. Your partnership is invaluable as we work together to ensure a successful and enjoyable school year for all our students.
Wishing you a wonderful weekend!
Warm regards,
Mrs. Madsen-Principal, Matheson Junior High
