1. MMS Orientation

2. Welcome Wildcats!
Partnership-We look forward to partnering with you to ensure your child has a great middle school experience and preparation for high school
Personal Responsibility-We will work to help your child be independent
School Home Communication-Issues first call the teacher
Stay Connected (Communication)
Web page
Twitter Account
Parent Portal (keep up with your child’s grades and attendance-See Mrs. Hoyle)
CCS Mobile App
Go to the App store for Apple or Google and Search Catawba County Schools to download
Receive push notifications for any school in CCS network
Control how your receive information from the district

3. MMS Handbook Located inside student planner
Please read and become familiar with our policies
Electronics-Students will be allowed to bring electronic devices. They are allowed to use them with teacher discretion and in the Cafeteria/Media Center in our Power Up Zones. If used inappropriately they will be taken and a parent will be asked to come and pick it up.
Locks and Lockers-We now require all students to have a lock on their locker- We provide a lock for all students. If the lock is lost or damaged it will result in a $5 fee. If it is not replaced then students can be kept out of extra curricular events (Games or Dances).

4. Dress Code
We follow the dress code designed by CCS. The handbook does have information regarding dress code. We hold high standards so that we can make sure students can have a safe and distraction free learning environment. Also we expect all young men and women to be dressed appropriately for school. A good rule of thumb is that if you question if you should wear something to school then it is a good idea to not wear it. If students are in violation of dress code we will call home and request someone bring a change of clothes or we do have clothing items here for students to wear to ensure they meet dress code.
Students dress is the responsibility of the individual and his/her parents….
Shorts and skirts must be mid-thigh, anything shorter is not allowed
Holes in pants are allowed only if the holes are below mid thigh
Spandex pants, yoga pants and leggings are not allowed unless the outer garment is mid thigh or longer
Mid Thigh is defined as mid way between the inseam and the top of the knee.

5. Schedule School Hours 7:35 Students Begins Arriving on Campus
(Bus and Car Riders report to Café or gym)
7:50 First Bell/Homeroom
8:00 Tardy Bell
3:07 Dismissal for all students

6. Breakfast
We do provide breakfast but it is not free for all students as it is at many elementary schools
Breakfast is available from 7:35 until 8:00
Free and Reduced Lunch applications can now be accessed and completed on the CCS website under the Parents section and tab Lunch Application

7. Transportation
Car riders will pick up and drop off at the front of the school at the gym. Pleas use both lanes when picking up students. Buses will be located at the back of the cafeteria.
Car rider line entrance is from main avenue light at school sign.
No early sign outs between 2:50 pm and 3:07 pm
No cars are allowed in the bus parking lot.
Bus Information about routes-Contact Mrs. Plemmons in media center.
8th Graders your bus routes from last year did not change

8. Security
We have enclosed the campus this summer and installed new security measures.
Buzz in system similar to the one at all elementary schools. You must show identification before being allowed to enter the school. This will be in operation soon.

9. Visitors All visitors must report to the office
We have a computer check in and out system for students and visitors. This system is connected to the national sex offender registry and will provide our students, staff and parents with added security. You will need to bring identification when checking in and out or signing out a student. This process is in place at the elementary schools and is moving to all levels to ensure student safety. We at MMS want to thank the Maiden Police Department with helping to fund part of this new system. Students are allowed to sign themselves in if arriving late to school but must be signed out by an adult.
All visitors must report to the office

10. Success Celebrations Requirements for each 9 week reward:
Pass ALL classes/No Missing Work
No ISS and No OSS
Pay ALL debt
(cafeteria, media, athletics) as long as you pay you can go
Be here, be present
(no more than two (2) unexcused absences, no more than three(3) unexcused tardies in the morning)

11. Forms (You will get these from homeroom teacher)
You will receive fewer forms this year. CCS is now using an online paper work system. If you have not received an asking you to register and update your forms please see Mrs. Hoyle in the Media Center. We have computers available for you to update your information. 

12. General Information
All Personal Property -The school is not responsible for any lost items
No gum is allowed on campus
Pictures-September 9th
Shots-By September 22nd Meningococcal vaccine is required for all 7th graders (If a student does not have this shot they will be suspended until the school receives documentation that the shot was given)

13. Athletics Athletic Director, Dustin Hull Physicals 24 Hour Rule
Season Passes (Applies only to MMS home games)
Single Sports Pass for an individuals $15 (save $6)
Single Sports Pass for a family $70 (save $14 for family of 4)
All Sports Pass for an individual $125 (save $85)
All Sports Pass for a family $250 (save $590 for family of 4)
*All Sports Pass saving based on attending all sports home games at MMS

14. PTO We do have signup sheets to help with our PTO
We do have spirit items for sell if you would like to purchase

15. Walk Your Schedule
Homeroom Lists are outside the concession stands. Go to your homeroom to get your full schedule and other information. Homeroom/Team teachers will dismiss to your elective classes.