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Good Morning Franklin Middle School Today is Tuesday February 9, 2021

CREATED BY CLAIRE Today’s Welcoming Ritual What ar e some good c har a c te r tr a its? If you want to learn more about this topic, visit: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mamie_Johnson https://www.npr.org/local/ 305/2020/02/13/805611719/remembering-d-c- negro-leagues-legend-mamie-peanut-johnson https://www.nytimes.com/2017/12/20/obituaries/ mamie-johnson-trailblazer-in-the-negro-leagues- dies-at-82.html http://ourweekly.com/news/2016/mar/10/black- women-have-long-history-professional-basebal/

Mamie “Peanut” Johnson was born in South Carolina in 1935. She was given the nickname “Peanut” while striking out Hank Baylis of the . In 1953, Mamie was signed with the . She played with this team for 2 years, 1953-1955. Satchell Paige gave Mamie pointers on how to throw a but she also had an amazing , , circle change-up, and . She both pitched and batted right hand, with her batting average .262-.284. Before and after her career in baseball, Mamie had always wanted to go to college. She was accepted to New York University (NYU) before being signed by the Clowns but attended North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University earning a degree in nursing, which started a 30-year career in the field. Before the 2008 MLB First Year Draft, Mamie and other Negro League era players were drafted by Major League teams, hers being the Washington Nationals. Black History

Month

Trivia What are the names of the black women who played professional baseball?

Send answers to [email protected] On Sunday, Sarah Thomas became the first woman to officiate a Super Bowl. Are you Asynchronous today? Make sure you check in for attendance on the FMS and then go to all of your teacher’s Canvas pages for classwork. Important Dates for the FMS Community

February 8 - Teachers post Progress Report grades February 14th - Valentine’s Day February 15th - No School - Federal Holiday March 1st - 5th - No School - Spring Break Perfect Attendance for January - 7th Grade

Krista A. Justin H. Janvi P. Connor A. Rachel H. Aaryaa P. Phoebe B. Elliot J. Alex R. Benjamin B. Yasmina K. Arielle R. August B. Carson K. Tripp R. Griffin B. Ava L. Shamesha R. Sawyer L. Lydia B. Brody S. Katelynn L. Sophia B. Isaiah S. Will M. Lillian B. Isaiah S. Mariah M. Satchmo B. Charmar S. Mohammad M. Gianna D. Finale T. Zachary M. Simone D. Kale T. Alexandria E. Cael M. Amiya W. Sean E. Dax M. Zach W. Sullivan G. Marc N. Jeesa W. Jayden G. Valentina O. Mariah W. Zechariah H. Gavin O. Important information School Photos Yearbooks We plan on scheduling FMS plans on having school photos for FMS. a yearbook for the The dates are not set but we will have days and 2020-2021 school times set for hybrid and year. More also remote students to information will be have their photo taken. coming out soon. Do you know how to check your grades on the SPS 186 intranet?

1. Log into the internet with your 2. You will see the column on the left and click on Cumulative Folder username and password Tutoring & Homework Help Resume Tuesday 1/19!

MOnday - Thursday 3:00-4:00 ! tutoring is Virtual ! Click on the FMS Tutoring link on any CaNvas Course page to access the Zoom link Activity buses are running at FMS. The buses will be running at 4:15 PM and 5:15 PM Monday-Friday. Stop in the main office if you want to check out the bus routes. Attention All FMS Students! Your Chromebook should be charged and ready for school everyday! If it is not charged, make sure your charger is with you so it can be plugged in. Scholastic Bowl Results

On Sunday the FMS Scholastic Bowl team participated in NAQT (National Academic Quizbowl Tournaments) league play. We faced off against two teams from San Diego, CA. The fiirst match FMS won 540 to 155! Participants in this match were Manu M, Ethan B, Sri T and Rohan U. The 2nd match FMS won 410 to 70! The participants in this match were Lucy G., Ethan B, Jeffrey S., Krish, K and Anshul N. FMS is now 3-0 in that league defeating teams from Missouri and California. FMS plays in two matches on Wednesday Feb 17. Depending how we perform in those two matches will determine whether we compete in the championship bracket or the consolation bracket. Amazing job FMS students!

Very proud proud coach :)

Check out the FMS Webpage for Sport Schedules

Click on link for the Falcon Athletics/Activity Schedules We need your help! We would like our FMS YouTube channel to be able to live stream but first we need 1000 subscribers. To subscribe, go to the FMS website and click on the banner. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGqz1y2NcLXB6iiKcNTuBIw FMS Volleyball News The FMS volleyball teams had their first game of the season yesterday. They played Washington Middle School. The next game is Wednesday vs. Little Flower at 6 PM Bus Times 7th grade - Leave FMS at 5:15 PM - Return to FMS at 7 Coaches, Parents and Players If you are able to take photos PM of the game please send to 8th grade - Leave FMS at 6:15 PM - Return to FMS at [email protected] 8:15 PM Boys’ Basketball News

The FMS boys will begin their season with a game tonight against Lincoln Magnet. The game will be played at Ball Charter. Coaches, Parents and Players The 7th grade game begins at 4:30 PM If you are able to take photos of the game please send to [email protected] Bus times

7th grade - Leave FMS at 3:45 PM and return to FMS at 5:45 PM

8th grade - Leave FMS at 4:45 PM and return to FMS at 6:45 PM Girls’ Basketball Team Information Any 7th or 8th grade girl interested in playing basketball should email Ms. Greco. In order to be eligible, students must have passed 4 of 6 classes 1st semester and be passing 4 of 6 classes currently. Try-outs will be the week of March 8th. More details will come later. Name This Song!

Can you name this song with only 4 lines of lyrics?

“The moonlit wings reflect the stars that guide me towards salvation I stopped an old man along the way Hoping to find some old forgotten words or ancient melodies He turned to me as if to say, "Hurry boy, it's waiting there for you”" Shout out to Mrs. Womble, Mrs. Weakley, Mr. Gass, Mrs. McDonald, & Mr. Knoepfle! Thank you for being such great co-workers! We have the best math department in District 186 - hands down. Although I may be a bit biased, I think that all the math teachers at FMS are exponentially awesome! :) ~Mrs. Jachino Shout out to Mrs. Adams! When I see her in the halls she always says hi to me, she always helps me if I need it, and is patient with me when I don’t have the answers right away. ~Aspen P.

Shout out to Mrs. Barnes!

She has helped me get my grades up, and is helping me improve my study habits. I am very thankful for her help. ~Maria L. Shout out to Mrs. Becker!

Mrs. Becker makes writing class really awesome. She gives fun assignments and tells really hilarious stories during class. And whenever I don't understand the work, she makes sure to help me out. Thank you Mrs. Becker! ~Zoe R. Scholastic Bowl Question of the Day: SOCIAL STUDIES (History)

This historic seaside village was the birthplace of author Nathaniel Hawthorne. Name this Massachusetts city that is also unfortunately remembered as the site where 20 persons accused of witchcraft in 1692 were legally lynched in the town square.

Think you know the answer? We will share it coming up soon! Trivia/Math/ Can you figure out this play on Brain teaser words? of the Day: 0 B.A. M.D. Ph.D Word of the Day: on This Day in History Bad Jokes, Puns, & Other Funny Stuff 2/9 Zechariah Hart 2/9 Johnie Hauer Weather forecast As we prepare for a productive day, let us observe a moment of silence...

Artwork courtesy of Micah J.

Scholastic Bowl Answer: Trivia / Math / Brain Teaser Answer: Salem 3 degrees below 0 I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Name That Song “Africa” by Toto Franklin Middle School Have a great day And remember

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