🌟 Student Spotlight: Sophia! 🌟
Sophia, nominated by math teacher Brandon Wieland, is being recognized for her academic excellence and outstanding character.
📚 Sophia is the epitome of a dedicated student. She consistently does her best, ensuring that her work not only meets but exceeds expectations. As a member of the National Junior Honor Society, a library assistant, a participant in Science Olympiad, and Rocame, Sophia exemplifies a passion for learning and helping others. She treats everyone around her with respect, always humble and polite, setting a fantastic example for her peers.
🌟 Favorite Food: Spaghetti
🌼 Favorite Color: Yellow
📖 Hobbies: Reading
🐾 Pets: 4 cats and 2 dogs
🖋️ Fun Fact: Sophia recently won a short story contest in the horror genre!
Keep shining, Sophia! You're making a difference at TMS! 🎉👏
Parents, with the cancellations due to the weather, we have rescheduled several basketball games. Here is our remaining schedule. We will play @ BMS on Monday, @ CFMS on Tuesday, and vs. PLE on Thursday. All games times will begin at the normal time. Thank you. Go Pirates!!!
🌙✨ Sixth grade science just got delicious! Our students used Oreos to demonstrate the lunar cycle, recording each phase of the moon before enjoying their tasty evidence! 🍪
Exciting news! Yearbooks are officially on sale! Secure yours today for only $30 at ybpay.com by March 31st! Yearbook ID: 144910025.
Do you have an 8th grader? Don’t miss out on the chance to include an ad in the yearbook! Parents, just scan the QR code below to submit your messages. Let’s make these memories last!
Here is the latest Topsail Times! Please consider reading all the information including your student's grade level newsletter to make sure you are fully informed of all the great things happening in the TMS community. Go Pirates!
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🎉 Employee Spotlight on Joanna Boyles! 🎉
Joanna Boyles is the heart and soul of Topsail Middle School, going above and beyond for both students and staff. She juggles countless responsibilities with competence, humor, humility, and compassion. Last year, in addition to serving as assistant principal, she took on roles as testing coordinator, bus coordinator, and dean of students—all while leading the school in the absence of a principal.
Her impact is felt in every corner of the school, from supporting struggling students to chaperoning the 8th grade field trip to Raleigh. She leads with trust, flexibility, and an unwavering commitment to doing what is best for students.
💬 “She trusts in us to do our jobs well and matches it with the conviction to do her own even better.”
Thank you, Ms. Boyles, for your dedication and leadership!
🌟 Get ready for an exciting night! Join us for our spirit event at Battlehouse for laser tag tonight! We have three afternoon and evening time slots to choose from! Make sure to use the link from the Topsail Times or let them know when you are booking in person to help us earn 50% back to our school! 🏫 Limited spaces are available, so grab a friend and reserve your spot now!
Have you ordered your spirit wear yet? Today is the deadline! You can pre-order cozy hoodies, T-shirts, and Pura Vida spirit bracelets to PTO. Make sure to secure your gear by the end of today!
7th Grade Earth and Environmental Class: Mining for chocolate chips! But is it worth it? Our students are exploring the cost/benefit analysis of resource extraction in a fun and delicious way!
✨ Exciting update, Topsail family! Our spirit wear sale has been extended! 🎉 You can pre-order cozy hoodies for $28, stylish T-shirts for $18, and fun Pura Vida spirit bracelets for just $8! 🧥👕 Preorder by the new deadline which is February 13 to secure your gear!
🌟 A big shoutout to our TMS PTO for organizing the fantastic "Luau Dance" last week! 🎉 All grades had such an incredible time dancing the night away! 💃🌺
YouTube link - https://youtu.be/x7ZxHEPHGEE?si=nbKjEMumaaL3wiIa
📣 Dr. Breedlove’s “Listen & Learn” Tour Stops at Topsail Middle! 🏴☠️
Dr. Breedlove spent the day at Pirate Nation, meeting with Dr. McNaughton and his dedicated staff. These visits are an opportunity to hear directly from those who make our schools great—our educators and support teams—who work hard every day to create a positive learning environment.
But the highlight of the visit? Connecting with students. Dr. Breedlove believes the best way to understand what’s happening in our schools is by speaking with students on their level, hearing their thoughts, and learning about their experiences firsthand. Their voices help shape the future of Pender County Schools.
Thank you, Topsail Middle, for the warm welcome and for sharing your insights! #OnePender
We’re thrilled to have Dr. Breedlove visiting TMS today as part of his "Listen and Learn" tour! He kicked off his day on the student news and is now visiting classrooms to connect with our amazing students.
Today, Dr. Breedlove spent an engaging afternoon at TMS with the Student Government Association! They asked some fantastic questions that sparked meaningful discussions about our school.
Last week was a blast for our 8th graders! They embarked on an amazing field trip to Raleigh, visiting The Science Museum, Freedom Park, and the Legislative Building. It was a fun-filled day of learning and exploration! 🧪🌳🏛️
📢 Attention Pender County Families! 📢
The 2025-26 Pender County Schools Preschool Application opens February 3, 2025! 🎉 If you’re interested in applying for our high-quality preschool program, be sure to submit your application early.
🔗 Apply here: https://www.pender.k12.nc.us/o/preschool
📞 Questions? Call our Preschool Office at 910-259-7603.
Give your child a great start in a nurturing and engaging learning environment! 🌟
📢 ¡Atención familias del Condado de Pender! 📢
¡La solicitud para el programa preescolar de Pender County Schools 2025-26 abre el 3 de febrero de 2025! 🎉 Si estás interesado en inscribir a tu hijo en nuestro programa de alta calidad, asegúrate de enviar tu solicitud temprano.
🔗 Solicita aquí: https://www.pender.k12.nc.us/o/preschool
📞 ¿Preguntas? Llama a nuestra oficina de preescolar al 910-259-7603.
¡Dale a tu hijo un gran comienzo en un ambiente de aprendizaje acogedor y estimulante! 🌟
Huge thanks to our amazing PTO for treating staff to a delicious lasagna lunch today! Special shoutout to Lasagna Love for their generous donation! ❤️ #Gratitude #PTO #LasagnaLove
❄️ TMS students have had SNOW much fun this week with our snow days and remote learning! Can't wait to see all our Pirates back next week! Stay warm! 🏴☠️ #TMSPirates #SnowDayFun#RemoteLearning
