I am feeling a bit of déjà vu sitting to write this month's newsletter - ending another month that has been punctuated by lots and lots of snow. The good news is that spring is on the way...eventually.
Monday marks the midpoint of Quarter 3 so this is a great time to check you child's grades in PowerSchool. Please continue to encourage your child to stay engaged as we approach the end of the year, and remind them that their hard work and efforts will pay off. We are excited about the upcoming events, field trips, and celebrations, and we are committed to providing a positive and enriching experience for every student.
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We wrap up winter athletics with a lot of celebrations. Both girls and boys basketball season came to a close in the playoffs- though we didn't take home CRAL championships both teams showcased talent and teamwork all season long. TEMS Cheerlearders made themselves known at Reputation Athletics for the fifth annual CRAL showcase. The team won best stunts for the routine division and sharpest motions for the sideline cheer division.
Registration for spring athletics (Track, Baseball, and Softball ) closes on Thursday, 4/2 at 8am. Guardians must register students on the Parent Portal and turn in a current physician statement to the main office before tryouts begin. This is not a physical, make sure to use the document that is linked here or on the TEMS website. For athletes who already participated in fall or winter sports- you still need to make sure that the appropriate spring sport is selected on Parent Portal.
Spring athletics tryout information is not scheduled yet. Be sure to check the website and TETV news for updates.
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Come learn about the the French program at TEMS. We are hosting families on Monday March 9th from 6:45-7:45. Grade 6 students will select their Grade 7 World Language choice on March 12th and 13th. Students can choose Spanish or French. |
This is one of our most popular family engagement events and we are excited to host International Night again this spring. We want to ensure that a variety of families are represented during this dynamic event. Click here to access the Parent Square post to RSVP.
If you have a local restaurant that would be interested in donating food or your family would like to run a booth please complete this google form.
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Take a break from cooking and support Timothy Edwards Middle School at Bear’s Smokehouse in South Windsor.
Join us March 23–29, 2026 for a full week-long fundraiser. With seven days to participate, there are plenty of chances to stop in for lunch, dinner, or takeout while giving back to our school community.
Bear’s will donate 20% of event sales to TEMS PTO (excluding tax, gift cards, catering, and merchandise).
Dine in and show the flyer, or order online for pickup using promo code TEMS.
Mark your calendar, spread the word, and help us make this a great week for TEMS.
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As we continue to navigate the balance between technology and personal well-being, I want to emphasize the importance of limiting screen time and monitoring the use of cell phones and social media apps. While technology can be a valuable tool for learning and staying connected, excessive screen time can negatively impact children's mental health, focus, and overall well-being. I encourage families to set clear boundaries around screen use at home and school, especially during study time, and help your child develop healthy habits for managing their devices.
Additionally, it is important to stay informed about the social media platforms your child is using and engage in open conversations about online safety, privacy, and responsible use. Often, when we investigate matters of student conflict, more and more is happening online. We have seen examples of text message and Snap Chat group chats with dozens of students in them, with students sometimes reporting that they do not know everyone in the chat. Together, we can help ensure that technology serves as a positive influence in their lives.
Click here (or the image below) for resources from South Windsor Youth and Family Services and the South Windsor Police department related to social media and screen time.
Thank you for your continued support in fostering a healthy and balanced environment for our students.
I will share an updated date for the viewing of Screenagers since this week's event was postponed. This is a great opportunity to learn more about how to best support your child during this critical time of development.
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The winter sessions are still going strong (with some make up sessions extending the winter sessions because of all the snow).
You can look forward to the spring session brochure being sent to families the week of March 16th
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Tip #1: Shift Responsibility
Helping a teenager take ownership of their education involves shifting from being their "manager" to being their "consultant." Encourage them to track their own assignments and progress; this transition encourages them to develop the internal motivation needed for long-term success. So…
Instead of asking: Is your homework done?
Try asking: If you have homework tonight, what is your plan for getting your work done?
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The South Windsor Teen Center provides South Windsor middle school and high school students, 11-18, with a fun, engaging, safe, substance-free environment where they can interact with friends, meet new peers, and get acquainted with Teen Center staff members.
Students can join us during our drop-in hours to enjoy a snack, play games, or do fun crafts. The Teen Center offers a lot to participate in, with countless board games, electronics, pool tables, and ski ball. Our Teen Center Supervisors are always ready to engage and get some friendly competition going with games! We’re set in the perfect location, with the trails being so close and Nevers Park right outside our doors, students love getting fresh air after a long day.
Middle School Drop In Hours: Tuesday 3:00-5:30pm
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Families can order this year's yearbook on the Jostens Website. Enter Timothy Edwards Middle School to get yours! |
The daily TETV Morning News serve as our primary vehicle for communicating important information to students each day. This is where students can learn about upcoming events, tryouts, clubs and activities, and current events. In addition to playing during homeroom each day you can access the daily news on our school website.
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Starting on Friday, February 27th, students will begin voting for their favorite 2026 March Madness Book Bracket titles. The overall goal of the annual MMBB is to keep students excited about reading. Sixteen, newer fiction titles that aren't currently Nutmeg Nominees make up this book bracket. Students will read the summaries of each title and vote for their favorite matchups throughout the four rounds of voting to ultimately determine the 2026 MM BB winner.
All these titles can be found on display in the library media center for checkout, along with additional digital copies in Destiny Discover.
Click on the image above to learn more about the 2026 MM BB Titles.
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The TEMS literary magazine, Out of the Blue, has been selected to receive the rank of Superior in the 2025 NCTE Recognizing Excellence in Art and Literary Magazines (REALM) program. Congratulations to Ms. Olsen and all of the students who helped bring last year's issue to life in this exceptional publication. I am so grateful for this program that aims to inspire a love of writing that our students will remember for the rest of their lives. Click here to read the award winning magazine. This year's issue is in the works and I can't wait to share with everyone in the spring!
2025 Student Editors: Ishanvi Mohapatra, Advik Adapala, Akshara Arun, Anika Bansal, Garv Bhandari, Yavhi Bandari,Kesa Viswada Boddapati, Akhil Cabot, Divina Sarah Doulagar, Anusmita Dutta, Sruthika Dwarapudi, Aarna Gupta, Aarna Jaggi, Karthik “KJ” Jayakanth, Skanda Kotla, Arnav Malpure, Ishanvi Mohapatra, Aarohi Mudakatte, Lana Nguyen, Shreenika Patil, Trinity Pham, Gabriel Rosario, Anirudh Sanakkayala, Vismaad Singh, Siddharth Suresh, Aadya Tadikonda, Gopichandana Tatiguntla, Sadhana Shri Vadivel, Krithik Vinothram, Natalie Williams, Aadya Yadav, Pratyaksha Yadav
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