2016-2017 Reference Guide Morristown-Beard School Powerfully prepared for learning and for life Reference Guide
Dear Parents,
Summer is on the horizon but it is not too early to prepare for the start of another great school year. We are so pleased to welcome new families to our warm and supportive community, and we look forward to the excitement of having everyone back on campus in the fall.
At MBS, we pride ourselves on having an open community and find that new families quickly feel at home and at ease. In that spirit, we have provided a guide to help ensure a smooth and comfortable transition to a new school year.
While this publication was designed with our new families in mind, it also serves as a great refresher for our current families. I invite you to take some time to review its contents. Should you have any questions, please reach out to Boni Luna (Middle School) or Darren Burns (Upper School) for more information.
I hope you enjoy the rest of this school year.
Warm Regards,
Peter J. Caldwell Headmaster
Morristown-Beard School • www.mbs.net Morristown-Beard School Powerfully prepared for learning and for life Table of Contents Reference Guide
2 2016-2017 Calendar 3 Important Phone Numbers 4 Campus Map 5 Stay Connected 7 Important Dates for Parents 8 Back-to-School Checklist 11 Dress Code 16 First Days of School - What to Expect 17 Supporting MBS 19 Parents Association 21 Communications click it! Arts Information 22 Please note that all 25 Athletics Information information contained in this reference guide 28 Summer Reading Letter can be found by visiting the 29 MBS Technolog y Parent Portal on the Morristown-Beard 33 The Parent Portal - Overview School website. 35 Tech Tips: www.mbs.net 1. Download the Family Directory 2. Manage/Set Up Calendar Alerts Click the login button on the upper right 3. Download MBS Now hand corner of the 4. Export an RSS feed of the School Calendar home page
5. Search for an email address on the Faculty/Staff Directory All important school 6. Access re-enrollment forms, Magnus health link information will be posted in this Appendix section, so please visit the parent portal i. Middle School Supply Lists regularly for the most iv. MBS Technology Frequently Asked Questions up-to-date school information. v. Summer Reading Lists
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SEPTEMBER 2016 JANUARY 2017 5 School Closed: Labor Day 2 School Closed: Winter Break 6 Convocation and Community Day 3 Classes Resume 7 Classes Begin 16 School Closed: MLK Day 23 Second Semester Begins
OCTOBER 2016 FEBRUARY 2017 3 School Closed: Rosh Hashanah 20 School Closed: Presidents Day 12 School Closed: Yom Kippur MARCH 2017 NOVEMBER 2016 10 Spring Break Begins: 3:00 p.m. 21 No Classes: Parent/Advisor Conferences 13-24 School Closed: Spring Break 22 No Classes: Faculty In-Service Day 27 Classes Resume 23-25 School Closed: Thanksgiving Break 28 Classes Resume APRIL 2017
3 No Classes: Faculty In-Service Day DECEMBER 2016 14 School Closed: Good Friday 16 Winter Break Begins: 3:00 p.m. 25-26 Delayed Openings: 19-30 School Closed: Winter Break Parent/Advisor Conferences
MAY 2017 29 School Closed: Memorial Day
JUNE 2017 6 Academic Classes End 9 Middle School Moving Up Day 10 Commencement
Dates subject to change, please check the website regularly for updates. Morristown-Beard School • 70 Whippany Road • Morristown, NJ 07960 • 973.532.3032 • www.mbs.net 2 Morristown-Beard School • www.mbs.net Morristown-Beard School Powerfully prepared for learning and for life Important Phone Numbers Reference Guide
Bookstore, Patti Damstrom: (973) 539-3032, ext. 552 Business Office, Margaret Collins: (973) 539-3032, ext. 548 Center for Teaching and Learning, Jenna Sumner: (973) 539-3032, ext. 417 College Counseling Office, Heather McClanahan: (973) 539-3032, ext. 523 Website Manager, Tiffany Zuber: (973) 539-3032, ext. 592 Dean of Faculty’s Office, Carol Wooldredge: (973) 539-3032, ext. 522 Director of Guidance and Wellness Program, Eddie Franz: (973) 539-3032, ext. 554 Front Desk, Kathy Hemmer: (973) 539-3032 iPad Support, Caitlin Skobo-Trought: (973) 539-3023, ext. 571 Library, Nicholas Jackson: (973) 539-3032, ext. 529 Middle School Administrator, Helen Bonner: (973) 539-3032, ext. 520 Middle School Athletics, Mike Sturgeon: (973) 539-3032, ext. 531 Office of Admission, Barbara Luperi: (973) 539-3032, ext. 516 Office of Institutional Advancement, Robin Carmody: (973) 539-3032, ext. 517 Performing Arts, Dr. Susie Speidel: (973) 539-3032, ext. 562 Registrar, Rocio Romero: (973) 539-3032, ext. 558 School Nurse, Joyce Kramer: (973) 539-3032, ext. 530 Special Events Coordinator and Parent Liaison, Dianna Carroll: (973) 539-3032, ext. 525 Upper School Administrator, Denise Elliott: (973) 539-3032, ext. 543 Upper School Athletics, Joanne Dzama: (973) 539-3032, ext. 589
A complete, searchable Faculty/Staff Directory can be found at www.mbs.net/facultystaffdirectory, or login to the Parent Portal & click it! click the MBS Today tab.
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Morristown-Beard School is beautifully situated on a 22-acre campus that will quickly feel like home. This Campus Map will help orient you to the MBS Campus. When coming to campus (for security reasons) we ask that you please check in with Kathy Hemmer at the Front Desk.
Dining Hall & 9Middle Ave Hanover CAMPUS MAP 6 7 Science Department 8 School New Math & 1. Beard Hall: Science P Building 9 1st Floor: Admission & Headmaster’s Office Founders Hall 2nd Floor: History Department 3rd Floor: College Counseling & Business Office Beard Hall Terrace Level: Student Center 1 Athletics (accessed through Grant Hall or Beard Hall) P 2 10 Center Library Billings C Field nior irc 11 2. Library: e le South S TOWN - IS B R A PER E R AS A Over 10,000 print volumes, 51 databases, Wing T P R S E R 3 5 A
O R D D A Grant Fessenden M 16 iMac stations, over 18,000 E-books, A 13 Hall Field M 400 DVDs, printer, copier, 20 print newspapers D I C C C X C S and magazines CHOOL 3. Grant Hall: Wilkie 1st Floor: World Languages Department 4Hall and The Center for Academic Writing 2nd Floor: English Department 12 Hanover Ave Hanover Alumni House Burke 4. Wilkie Hall: Field 100-seat lecture space / muilti-media theater, P technology classrooms & office, iPad Help Desk, sound studio, green screen, 2 video editing rooms, access to Adobe Creative
Suite programs Key Whi ppany R d 5. South Wing: P Parking Lot
OWN ST - B I PE E 1st Floor: Visual Arts studios R A R R AS A R T P S E R A O R D D A M A Senior Circle M D I Lower Level: Photography and Ceramics studio C C C X C S W CHOOL h ipp 2nd Floor: The Center for Teaching and any Walkways Rd y Rd hippan Learning W 6. New Math and Science Building: Coming Fall 2017 8. Middle School 9. Founders Hall: 10. Athletic Center: 11. Fessenden Field Lower Level: Middle School Theater, Performing Arts Rooke Pool, Two Gymnasiums, 12. Burke Field 7. Dining Hall and Commons and Sixth Grade Department, Dance Studio, Fitness Center, Athletics Science Department: Upper Levels: Seventh and Band, Strings/Orchestra and Department, Rock Climbing Wall, 13. Billings Field Lower Level: Science classrooms Eighth Grade Choral classrooms Engineering and Architecture studio
A Campus Map can also be found in the Family Handbook, click it! located in the Parent Portal section of the MBS website.
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There are many resources for current news and information! 1. MBS Monday Every Monday you will receive MBS Monday (our weekly eBulletin) in your inbox. This email is a vital source of information and is the best way to stay up to date. MBS Monday lists need-to-know information for the week, such as announcements, upcoming dates and events, and more. It is a must read!
A test email will be sent to all registered portal email addresses at 3 p.m. on the first day of school. If you do not receive an MBS Monday in your email, or if you’d like to add an email address to the distribution list, please send an email to Steve Patchett at [email protected]. 2. MBS Week in Review A Friday bulletin, MBS Week in Review, will be sent via email every week. This review features all of the week’s news stories. Both publications can also be found on our website at www.mbs.net/news, or log into the parent portal and click on the MBS Today tab. 3. MBS Website Visit www.mbs.net regularly to access: • • the School Calendar • information available in the Parent Portal, including: • Online book ordering information • Business Office statements • Family Handbook • Family Directory (online and PDF versions). • Comments, grades, and Parent Communication Forms (PCFs) • Forms, Schedules and Student Re-enrollment • Technology Information • School Alert System (Honeywell) Setup • the Faculty/Staff Directory • the latest news and photos • athletics page
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4. Calendars TheSchool Calendar and the Athletics Calendar have features that allow users to set up alerts for upcoming events. This is a useful way to have reminders sent to your phone so you don’t miss an event or change in schedule. Alerts can be set up directly at the calendars when logged in. If you need detailed instructions on how to set up alerts, please check the Tech Tips section found on page 36. 5. Facebook, Instagram and Twitter Follow MBS on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to get real-time updates on campus activities: www.facebook.com/morristownbeard www.instagram.com/morristownbeard www.twitter.com/morristownbeard
For more information on how to follow us on these social media channels, please contact Steve Patchett at [email protected].
Questions? Please email [email protected] for answers.
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NEW MBS.net Parent Portal Accounts (newly enrolled parents), Activated May 9, 2016: New parents PARENTS ONLY are able to access all of the functions and information on our website to stay connected to the MBS community. See Parent Portal (page 33) for details. Recommended Course Listings Available, July 22, 2016 (Grades 6-10); August 5, 2016 (Grades 11-12): The MBS Registrar distributes suggested courses for all 2016/2017 MBS students. The online bookstore opens and students are able to purchase books for 2016/2017 courses. Crimson Week, August 22-26, 2016: All MBS fall athletes come on campus to officially begin fall sports practices on August 22. Please contact Joanne Dzama, Director of Athletics, at jdzama@ mbs.net with any questions you may have concerning athletics.
RISING Upper School Orientation, August 31, 2016 – 9:00 AM: All new Upper School students (rising 9TH AND NEW MBS 9th grade students too) and their parents gather on campus for orientation. After an hour PARENTS together, parents leave and students meet their peer group leaders and advisors to enjoy a day filled with team building activities, lunch and games. Please dress casually.
NEW Middle School Orientation, September 1, 2016 – 9:00 AM: New Middle School students and PARENTS ONLY their parents gather on campus for orientation. After an hour together parents leave and students get to enjoy a day filled with time in their advisories, team building activities, a scavenger hunt, lunch and games. Please dress casually. Freshmen Retreat, September 1, 2016 – 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM: 9th grade students head off campus to Camp Bernie to enjoy a day outside filled with ice breakers and team building activities. 9th Grade Parent Social Meet & Greet, September 1, 2016 – 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Kirby Chapel Convocation and Community Day, September 6, 2016 – 8:15 AM – 2:30 PM: All Upper and Middle School students arrive on campus to welcome in the new school year. Summer Reading discussion sessions will be held during the day as well (Dress Up Day). First Day of Academic Classes, September 7, 2016: All Upper and Middle School students arrive on campus for the first day of classes (Regular Dress-Code). Parents Association Welcome Parent Coffee, September 7, 2016 – 8:15 AM: The 2016/2017 PA welcomes all new parents to join the PA for coffee in the MBS Alumni House. Middle School Pool & Gym Party, September 9, 2016 – 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Middle School Parent Social Meet & Greet, September 9, 2016 – 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Middle School Commons NEW PARENTS ONLY New Parent Welcome Reception, September 16, 2016 – 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM click it! Visit www.mbs.net to view the School calendar.
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There are ten important to-dos that you should check off before the first day of school. 1. Register/Update your information with the Honeywell Instant Alert System Weather happens, schedules change, buses run late. MBS uses the Honeywell Instant Alert system to notify of school closings or schedule changes. With the system, parents can choose to receive notifications by email, text, and/or phone call. It is imperative that all new families register with the system and returning families check their existing accounts to ensure that all contact information is up to date at https://instantalert.honeywell.com.
If you have any problems registering your account, please contact Eddie Franz at [email protected] or (973) 539-3032 ext. 554. 2. Review/Update your Profile on the Parent Portal You can update your profile information by logging into the Parent Portal atwww.mbs.net . Select “Update your profile”. A new window will open, allowing you to modify information, such as your phone number, mailing address, and email address. Please note, each parent has an individual profile that is accessible through his or her unique username. When updating profiles, please use different email addresses for each parent. Also, please enter a home number and cell phone number for each parent. Our online health form and re-enrollment systems rely on this information to connect to your Parent Portal account. Don’t forget to hit “Update Profile” at the bottom of the window once you’ve made your changes. For more information about logging in, please refer to the Parent Portal section (page 33).
If you would like to make significant changes (e.g., separation, divorce, second address) to your household information, please send an email to [email protected]. 3. Submit your completed Health Forms online The letter from the nurse with instructions, containing a link to our Magnus Health Portal can be found in the Parent Portal under the “Enrollment and Forms” tab. 4. Update your calendar There is always something going on at Morristown-Beard School! Make sure you update your calendar with the important dates found in this guide.
The entire School Calendar can be easily accessed through the quick click it! links button at the top right corner of the www.mbs.net homepage.
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5. Order Textbooks Textbooks can be ordered through K12studentdirect.com, which is the MBS affiliated online bookstore. Students in grades 6 through 10 are able to access their course list along with course codes to be used in the online bookstore. The link to the online bookstore and ordering instructions will be provided with the recommended course listing.
6. Register your iPad In order to access the Internet while on campus, your child must register their iPad with the School using their FirstClass login. To do so, click on the School Information/Student Comment link in the Parent Portal, then select “Register iPad”. If you need assistance with this process, please contact Caitlin Skobo- Trought at [email protected].
7. Visit the MBS Bookstore Our School Bookstore is located on the ground floor of Beard Hall. The bookstore sells school supplies, some textbooks, and MBS apparel. During the school year, the bookstore is open from 7:30 AM until 3:30 PM.
8. Purchase school supplies All MBS students are required to have a charged iPad with them at school. Answers to frequently asked questions about the iPad program, including the recommended iPad specifications, required accessories and apps can be found in the MBS Technology section on page 30 of this packet.
Middle School In addition to an iPad and the required accessories and apps, all Middle Schooler students are asked to purchase additional school supplies. See the appendix of this packet for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade supply lists. Each Middle School student is assigned a locker near their advisory, and these lockers are used to store books and personal items. Middle School students typically carry their books in backpacks. Separate gym lockers are located in the athletics facility, and will be assigned when students are taking gym.
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8. Purchase school supplies (cont.) UPPER SCHOOL Upper School students also are required to have a charged iPad with them at school each day. There is no list of school supplies that is distributed for Upper School students before the start of school. Instead, teachers will indicate needed supplies during the first week of school. Upper School students do not use lockers and carry their books from class to class.
9. Familiarize yourself with the Family Handbook The Family Handbook is an excellent resource for information. Most questions you might have are answered in this must-read resource. The Family Handbook can be accessed by logging into the Parent Portal.
10. Summer Reading The summer reading lists for all grades can be found in the Appendix of this packet. Summer reading discussions will be held the first week of school. Now is a great time to get reading!
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Upper School Dress Code Students are expected to dress appropriately for school. Students should wear clothing that reflects their desire to be a part of a college preparatory environment and demonstrates their respect for themselves, their peers and the School as a whole. The following dress code policy is intended to provide the com- munity with guidelines for appropriate School attire. In the end, it is entirely within the discretion of the School faculty and administration to determine whether a student is dressed within the spirit of these guidelines.
Pants Students may wear corduroys, khakis or other dress slacks. Pants may not be ripped or “distressed” and must fit properly (not too loose or too tight). Tights, leggings or other types of hosiery must be accom- panied by a fingertip length or longer top or dress. Jeans, cargo pants, sweatpants, yoga pants, spandex and other athletic pants are prohibited.
Skirts & Dresses Skirts and dresses are permissible provided that they are not too tight fitting and that they are of an appropriate length. As a guideline, skirts and dresses should not be more than 4 inches above the knee. Necklines must be modest and appropriate for school.
Shirts Boys must wear collared shirts, either short-sleeved “polo” shirts or long sleeved button down shirts. Shirts must be tucked in. Girls must wear either collared shirts or other appropriate dressy shirts. Shirts need to have sleeves. Shirts without sleeves need to be worn with a cardigan sweater. Necklines must be modest and appropriate for the school environment. Sweaters or MBS half-zip pullovers may be worn over dress code shirts or turtlenecks. Sweatshirts of all kinds are prohibited (even as outerwear).
Footwear Students may wear shoes, boots, or sandals provided that they are in good condition (no holes and relatively clean). Sneakers are prohibited, except during physical education classes. Flip-flops and other beach, pool or shower shoes are also prohibited.
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Hats Hats may not be worn indoors (with the exception of head coverings worn in religious observance.)
Hair and Grooming Students must be clean-shaven. Hair must be neatly groomed and of a natural shade. No visible body piercing jewelry is allowed, with the exception of earrings for girls. No visible tattoos are allowed.
Dress-Up Days A full list of dress-up days will be published at the beginning of each year. On designated dress-up days, students will be expected to wear more formal attire.
Boys must wear a jacket and tie (knotted properly to cover the top button) with dress pants and dress shoes.
Girls must wear an appropriate dress, skirt or dress pants (not khakis, corduroys or dressy leggings). Skirts and dress pants must be worn with collared shirts or other appropriately dressy shirts and dress shoes. Dresses, skirts and necklines must be modest and appropriate for school.
Dress-Down Days Most Fridays are designated dress-down days. On designated dress-down days, casual attire is permitted. Nevertheless, clothing must be neat and tidy and free of holes. It may not display any writing or images that are offensive to others, or that advertise drugs, tobacco or alcohol. Shorts, skirts and necklines must be modest and appropriate for school. Clothing must fit properly (not too loose or too tight).
click it! For a full list of dress-up days, please go to www.mbs.net/parentportal.
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Girls Dress Code
The Middle School Girls Dress Code is intended to be comfortable, casual and neat. Students are required to be in Dress Code at all times while on campus, except during dress-down days, during gym class, and after the start of the sports period. Shirts Girls must wear a solid color collared shirt. They may be short/long-sleeved “polo” shirts, short/long sleeved button down shirts, or turtlenecks. Shirts must be tucked in and properly buttoned. No denim allowed. Pants Khaki, navy blue, or black. In the same style as chinos or dress pants offered by Lands’ End. Pants must be worn at or over the hip with a belt. Skirts Khaki or navy blue skirts must fall no higher than 3” from the top of the knee when standing. Shoes Shoes must be non-athletic shoe style. Socks or tights must be worn with shoes. Tie-shoes must be properly tied at all times. Boots may be worn, but they must be properly tied. No flip-flops, slipper style shoes, or platform shoes (no soles thicker than 1 inch and no heels higher than 2 inches.) Sandals must have a back strap and may be worn without socks. Sweaters Knit sweaters must be solid in color and may have a zipper or buttons. No hoods. Students are permitted to wear one of the following outerwear options indoors: Any color full zip or half zip monogrammed fleeces sold at Lands’ End or MBS monogrammed fleeces and non-sweatshirt cotton pullovers sold in the bookstore. Outerwear such as non-monogrammed fleeces, team jackets, and coats are not to be worn indoors. Accessories Female students may wear earrings, jewelry, and make-up. However, such accessories must not present a hazard to the wearer or be a distraction to other students. No sunglasses, unnecessary accessories, or hats. Dress-Down Days On dress-down days, girls may wear blue jeans, shorts, sneakers, t-shirts, shirts with logos, and other such clothing. No spaghetti straps, strapless tops or leggings. Dress-down clothing must be clean, modest, suited to the season, and in good taste. Dress-Up Days Girls must wear an appropriate dress, skirt or dress pants (not khakis, corduroys or dressy leggings). Skirts and dress pants must be worn with collared shirts or other appropriately dressy shirts and dress shoes. Dresses, skirts and necklines must be modest and appropriate for school.
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Boys Dress Code
The Middle School Boys Dress Code is intended to be comfortable, casual and neat. Students are required to be in Dress Code at all times while on campus, except during dress-down days, during gym class, and after the start of the sports period.
Pants Khaki, navy blue, or black. In the same style as chinos or dress pants offered by Lands’ End Pants must be worn over the hip with a belt.
Shirts Boys must wear a solid color collared shirt. They may be short/long-sleeved “polo” shirts, short/long sleeved button down shirts, or turtlenecks. Shirts must be tucked in and properly buttoned. No denim allowed.
Sweaters Knit sweaters must be solid in color and may have a zipper or buttons. No hoods. Students are permitted to wear one of the following outerwear options indoors: Any color full zip or half zip monogrammed fleeces sold at Lands’ End or MBS monogrammed fleeces and non-sweatshirt cotton pullovers sold in the bookstore. Outerwear such as non-monogrammed fleeces, team jackets, and coats are not to be worn indoors. Shoes Shoes must be non-athletic shoe style. Socks must be worn with shoes. Shoes must be properly tied at all times. Boots may be worn but must be properly tied. No flip-flops or slipper type footwear are allowed.
Accessories No earrings, distracting jewelry, make-up, unnecessary accessories (such as sunglasses), or hats.
Dress-Down Days On dress-down days, boys may wear blue jeans, shorts, sneakers, t-shirts, shirts with logos, and other such clothing. Dress-down clothing must be clean, modest, suited to the season, and in good taste.
Dress-Up Days On designated dress-up days, students will be expected to wear more formal attire. Boys must wear a tie (knotted properly to cover the top button) with a button down shirt, dress or chino style pants and dress shoes.
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Tuesday, September 6 Convocation and Community Day - Dress-Up Day This is our official first day of school. On this day, students will meet with their advisory and then as a full School community to celebrate the opening of the school year.
The first day of school is a Dress-Up Day. Please dress according to the Morristown-Beard School’s Dress Code for Dress-Up Days. Guidelines for the Dress Code and a list of Dress-Up Days can be found in the Family Handbook. These dates are also marked on the School Calendar.
Wednesday, September 7 First Day of Classes - Regular Dress Code
All-School Students should arrive at school by 8:05 AM. Buses will be running. Breakfast is available for purchase in the cafeteria starting at 7:30 AM.
Bring a charged iPad, books, and school supplies.
The Parents Association Welcome Parent Coffee begins at 8:00 AM in Alumni House. All parents are invited and encouraged to attend. Parking is available in the Frelinghuysen Arboretum (accessible via Hanover Avenue). Note that these are the only lots open to guest parking during school hours.
DROP-OFF PROCEDURE Middle School For Middle School students getting dropped off by car, the drop-off location is located behind the Middle School (see Campus Map). Please report to Advisory by 8:05 AM. The day concludes at 3:15 PM.
Upper School For Upper School students getting dropped off by car, the drop-off location is located along the main driveway in front of Wilkie Hall. Report to Advisory by 8:05 AM. The day concludes at 3:15 PM.
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Transforming Our Future—The Campaign for Morristown-Beard School In April 2016, MBS proudly unveiled an ambitious five-year, $20 Transforming Our Future million comprehensive campaign named Transforming Our Future. This comprehensive campaign will raise funds for a state-of-the-art math and science building as well as renovations to the Simon Athletic Center, Rooke Pool, and other capital projects. The campaign will also seek MILLION support for scholarship and endowment, two priorities that are integral to the School’s long-term success. Finally, MBS will continue its community- wide efforts to sustain and build the Morristown-Beard Fund—the The Campaign for Morristown-Beard School School’s annual fund.
$20 Million by 2020
Million $ 400,000 . $5 New gifts $Million14 6 Morristown-Beard to Scholarships Capital Fund and Endowment Projects
The Morristown-Beard Fund The MB Fund exists for one reason only: to improve the MBS student experience. Every dollar donated fuels the expansion of academic and curricular initiatives, arts and athletics programs, and student leadership and service opportunities. While special fundraising for capital projects, M F endowment, and scholarship bring significant long-term benefits to our -B School, the MB Fund’s consistent support of today’s student experience is vital to our students’ intellectual and emotional growth and our School’s financial health. The MB Fund helps close the gap between the cost of educating an MBS student and his/her tuition. Scholarship Another important priority for MBS remains scholarship support for students with demonstrated financial need. While annual investment income from the endowment does help limit tuition increases, the overall affordability of an independent school education continues to be a challenging question facing schools throughout the nation. Additional, related issues such as diversity and inclusion within the composition of the student body amplify the growing need for scholarship support.
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Endowment The continual growth of an independent school’s endowment is vital to the long-term financial health of the institution. A robust, well-managed endowment enables independent schools like Morristown- Beard School to strengthen its future aspirations by providing increased support to both unrestricted and restricted needs. Additionally, endowment income will continue to play a key role in helping MBS maintain tuition increases at a lower level than many regional and national peer schools through its support of general operating expenses. Capital Projects An unprecedented decade of philanthropic support for physical improvements to our campus has enabled MBS to provide a rich learning environment that is academically rigorous for its students. Over the past 14 years, MBS has dedicated over $40 million to 15 major building and renovation projects that have been transformative to its 22-acre campus, enhancing its beauty and functionality. From the construction of a 630-seat Performing Arts Center and Middle School to the complete renovation of a state-of-the-art Technology Center, MBS continues to honor its unwavering commitment to its students and faculty: to provide them with the very best environment and tools for learning, growth and unparalleled success. To ensure that Morristown-Beard School remains competitive in the marketplace, the School recognized the need for a new, innovative math and science facility that will provide the tools and environment needed by students to study a world dramatically transformed by globalization, scientific advancement, and technology. This new math and science building over 25,000 square feet—a critical component in the School’s strategic plan—is the cornerstone of the Transforming Our Future campaign and the final jewel in the crown that is the MBS campus. With input from math and science faculty, the $12.6 million building features a flexible and adaptable design. Additional fundraising will go toward renovations to the Simon Athletic Center and Rooke Pool.
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Welcome to Morristown-Beard School! We are excited to embrace so many exceptional families into our community. All Morristown-Beard School parents are automatically members of the Parents Association. We are a dynamic group who specialize in supporting both our school and our children while having a great time with each other.
We will send out a comprehensive mailing in August which will include details about the events and services the PA sponsors as well as ways to become involved. In the meantime, we wanted to introduce ourselves and invite you to reach out with any questions, comments, thoughts or suggestions. Listed on the next page are the Executive Board and Class Parents.
We look forward to hearing from you. We all remember what it’s like to start at a new school, and we are eager to make your transition as seamless as possible.
Enjoy the summer!
The Morristown-Beard School Parents Association
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Executive Board President...... Kathy King Community Coordinator...... Melissa Simon Vice President...... Jenn Gronning Upper School Coordinator...... Patti Sanford Secretary...... Stacy McCann Middle School Coordinator.....Carisa Strauss Treasurer...... Hema Popat Arts Coordinator...... Carlene Pruitt Events Coordinator...... Terry Passione Athletics Coordinator...... Schuyler Ryon Volunteer Coordinator...... Margaret Dempsey
Class Parents Class Parents are an excellent resource for information. Please feel free to reach out with any questions you may have—they are eager to help! Class Parents will be in touch with you over the course of the year, so make sure you get to know them. They will be present at orientation so you can meet them then.
6th Grade...... Kelli Hutchinson 9th Grade...... Karen Ephraimson 6th Grade...... Anu Muthusamy 9th Grade...... Mary Blanchard 7th Grade...... Karen Stecker 10th Grade...... Lisa Conroy 7th Grade...... Robyn Donovan 10th Grade...... Bridget Jaeger 8th Grade...... Linda Magnotta 11th Grade...... Monica Giaquinto 8th Grade...... Amy D’Andrea 11th Grade...... Katie Downey 12th Grade...... Adrienne Kern 12th Grade...... Anne Carolan
Parent Socials Each fall, Class Parents organize an on-campus parent social. These fun, casual gatherings are a great way to get to know other parents. Keep an eye out for an invitation in your email.
September 7, 2016 – Welcome Parent Coffee October 10, 2016 – MBS Totton Golf Outing April 28, 2017 – Spring Soiree & Fashion Show
For more information about the many events the PA organizes, as well as information on how to get involved and event dates, please visit click it! www.mbs.net/PA. Parents Association announcements are also available each week in MBS Monday.
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What Who How Delivered How Often Purpose Below are the many ways we communicateCo withmmun theicat iMBSons G rCommunity.id A snapshot of MBS activities for the email* upcoming week, broken into 4 sections: All MBS Monday Office of Institutional Advancement weekly archived on mbs.net/Parents/E-Bulletins School, Upper School, Middle School and Parents Association. What Who How Delivered How Often Purpose email* MBS Week in Review Office of Institutional Advancement weekly overview of the week's MBS news archivedC ono mmbs.net/Parents/E-Bulletinsmunications Grid A snapshot of MBS activities for the email* upcoming week, broken into 4 sections: All MBS Monday Headmaster, Office of Institutional Head Advancement of Upper School, weekly announcements and updates from archived on mbs.net/Parents/E-Bulletins School, Upper School, Middle School and Head of Middle School, Office of Headmaster, Head of Upper School, Head Stand Alone Email email* occasional Parents Association. Institutional Advancement, Parents of Middle School, Parents Association and Association, Class Parents Class Parents email* MBS Week in Review Headmaster, Office of Institutional Head Advancement of Upper School, weekly overview of the week's MBS news archived on mbs.net/Parents/E-Bulletins Head of Middle School, Office of formal letters and notifications from the US Mail US mail* occasional Institutional Advancement, Parents school and Parents Association Headmaster, Head of Upper School, announcements and updates from Association, Class Parents Head of Middle School, Office of Headmaster, Head of Upper School, Head Stand Alone Email email* occasional School calendars, Crimson Spotlight (news Institutional Advancement, Parents of Middle School, Parents Association and stories), access to parent portal, coaches MBS.net OfficeAssociation, of Institutional Class Advancement Parents updated continuously Class Parents letters, faculty/staff directory, Parents Headmaster, Head of Upper School, Association pages Head of Middle School, Office of formal letters and notifications from the US Mail US mail* occasional access to personal profile, family directory, Institutional Advancement, Parents school and Parents Association mbs.net family handbook, school forms, parent Parent Portal on mbs.net OfficeAssociation, of Institutional Class Advancement Parents updated continuously login required communication forms, grades, and School calendars, Crimson Spotlight (news business office billing statements. stories), access to parent portal, coaches MBS.net Office of Institutional Advancement updated continuously letters, faculty/staff directory, Parents user defined frequency and Text and Email Alerts Various school sources subscription via mbs.net calendar,Association news, pages and athletic notifications reminder window access to personal profile, family directory, mbs.net family handbook, school forms, parent Parent Portal on mbs.net Office of Institutional Advancement updated continuously login required communication forms, grades, and notifications of school closings and Honeywell Honeywell alert system phone, email, text when needed business office billing statements. emergencies user defined frequency and Text and Email Alerts Various school sources subscription via mbs.net calendar, news, and athletic notifications reminder window short, timely text reminders from the Remind.com Parents Association subscription when needed Parents Association notifications of school closings and Honeywell Honeywell alert system phone, email, text when needed emergencies MBS Monday updates on latest Parents Association PA Newsletter Parents Association seasonally archived on mbs.net activities short, timely text reminders from the Remind.com Parents Association subscription when needed Parents Association Arts Newsletter Arts Department MBS Monday four times per year updates from all the Arts Departments
MBS Monday updates on latest Parents Association PA Newsletter Parents Association seasonally archived on mbs.net activities Athletics Newsletter Athletics Department MBS Monday seasonally updates from the Athletics Department
Arts Newsletter Arts Department MBS Monday four times per year updates from all the Arts Departments blog authored by the head of the Middle Middle Message Middle School mbs.net monthly School and Middle School faculty.
Athletics Newsletter Athletics Department MBS Monday seasonally updates from the Athletics Department search MorristownBeard on Instagram Instagram Office of Institutional Advancement updated continuously daily photos and news or visit mbs.net/Social Media Mashup blog authored by the head of the Middle Middle Message Middle School mbs.net monthly School and Middle School faculty. search MorristownBeard on Facebook Facebook Office of Institutional Advancement updated continuously daily photos and news or visit mbs.net/Social Media Mashup search MorristownBeard on Instagram Instagram Office of Institutional Advancement updated continuously daily photos and news or visit mbs.net/Social Media Mashup search MorristownBeard on Twitter Twitter Office of Institutional Advancement updated continuously daily photos and news or visit mbs.net/Social Media Mashup search MorristownBeard on Facebook Facebook Office of Institutional Advancement updated continuously daily photos and news or visit mbs.net/Social Media Mashup search MorristownBeard on YouTube YouTube Office of Institutional Advancement occasional seasonal or event videos or visit mbs.net/Social Media Mashup search MorristownBeard on Twitter Twitter Office of Institutional Advancement updated continuously daily photos includes and newsfeature stories, MBS or visit mbs.net/Social Media Mashup Crimson US Mail Moments, student and teacher profiles, Crimson Magazine Office of Institutional Advancement two times per year mbs.net Alumni Moments and Class Notes. Fall issue includes report of annual donors. search MorristownBeard on YouTube YouTube Office of Institutional Advancement occasional seasonal or event videos or visit mbs.net/Social Media Mashup
Crimson includes feature stories, MBS US Mail Moments, student and teacher profiles, Crimson Magazine Office of Institutional Advancement two times per year mbs.net Alumni Moments and Class Notes. Fall issue includes report of annual donors.
* Please make sure your profile reflects your current and preferred contact information.
21 Morristown-Beard School • www.mbs.net * Please make sure your profile reflects your current and preferred contact information. Questions? Comments? Please contact Dianna Carroll, Parent Liaison and Special Events Coordinator at 973-532-7525.
Questions? Comments? Please contact Dianna Carroll, Parent Liaison and Special Events Coordinator at 973-532-7525. Morristown-Beard School Powerfully prepared for learning and for life Arts Information Reference Guide
The Arts are a vital part of the MBS experience. We encourage all students, regardless of experience, to participate. We offer a variety of opportunities; there is something for everyone! Please explore our many programs at www.mbs.net/arts.
If performing is not for you, come to our events and be a part of the audience. All performances take place in the theater at Founders Hall, except as noted on the School calendar. Admission to all events is free for MBS students, faculty, and staff. Prices for additional tickets vary with each event and can be purchased at the Box Office in Founders Hall or at www.showtix4u.com.
For additional information on performances or the arts program, please contact Dr. Susie Speidel, Performing Arts Department Chair, at [email protected].
Please visit www.mbs.net to explore the programs available click it! to our students.
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UPPER SCHOOL FALL PLAY On the 400th anniversary of his death, Shakespeare’s spellbinding tragedy offers political intrigue, mystery and a powerful exploration of the conflict between good and evil.
AUDITIONS: September 12 to 14 PERFORMANCES: November 9 to 12
UPPER SCHOOL MUSICAL “A Comedy Tonight!” One of the funniest musicals ever written, with a memorable and tuneful score by Stephen Sondheim, this Tony-Award winning show delights audiences of all ages.
AUDITIONS: November 28 to December 2 PERFORMANCES: March 1 to 4
MIDDLE SCHOOL MUSICAL A fun-filled musical based on the Emmy Award winning animated television series, complete with memorable songs such as “Conjunction Junction” and “Just a Bill.”
AUDITIONS: March 6 & 7 PERFORMANCES: May 25
CRIMSINGERS The Upper School a cappella singing group explores rhythms and harmonies and sings at concerts and special events during the year.
AUDITIONS: The week of September 19th
For information about other auditions, contact: Andrea Deventer ([email protected]) - Dance Class placement Jeanine Erickson ([email protected]) - Jazz Ensemble percussion section auditions
Contact Dr. Susan Speidel, Department Chair, at [email protected] with other questions.
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OCTOBER 21 FALL CMW CONCERT FEBRUARY 9 Founders Hall rocks in this concert produced by the ANNUAL COMMUNITY CONCERT student-run Contemporary Music Workshop Faculty, students, and friends of MBS come together for an intimate evening of music NOVEMBER 9 - 12 UPPER SCHOOL FALL PLAY - Macbeth MARCH 1 - 4 Mystery and political intrigue abound in William’s UPPER SCHOOL MUSICAL - A Funny Thing Shakespeare’s exploration of the lust for power Happened On The Way to the Forum A comic romp played out against the backdrop of Ancient DECEMBER 9 Rome, with a score by Stephen Sondheim WINTER DANCE CONCERT Students from the MBS dance program showcase the work APRIL 7 done in class SPRING CMW CONCERT Founders Hall rocks in the second concert produced by the DECEMBER 13 student-run Contemporary Music Workshop WINTER CHORAL / INSTRUMENTAL CONCERT APRIL 20 Featuring the Middle and Upper School instrumental and ALL THAT JAZZ CONCERT vocal groups The MBS Jazz Ensemble brings swing, jazz, and Latin rhythms to the stage of Founders Hall DECEMBER 16 HOLIDAY MORNING MEETING MAY 4 A celebration of the season including a wide variety of SPRING CHORAL / INSTRUMENTAL performances from both the Middle and Upper School CONCERT Performing Arts Classes Featuring the Middle and Upper School instrumental and vocal groups JANUARY 7 ANNUAL ALUMNI ARTS CONCERT MAY 12 Alumni performers return to share their talents again on SPRING DANCE CONCERT the stage of Founders Hall Students from the MBS dance program showcase the work done in class throughout the year JANUARY 12 MIDDLE SCHOOL WINTER MAY 25 PERFORMING ARTS SHOWCASE MIDDLE SCHOOL MUSICAL - Schoolhouse The Middle School Band, the Tap Attack class, and Players Rock Live, Jr. share work done in their classes A fun-filled musical based on the Emmy Award winning television series JANUARY 18 WINTER’S TALE THEATER FESTIVAL JUNE 1 An evening of performances developed by students in the MIDDLE SCHOOL SPRING PERFORMING MBS Theater classes ARTS SHOWCASE The Middle School Tap Attack and the MS Players share JANUARY 27 the work done in their classes in the second semester WINTER COFFEE HOUSE Entertainment of all kinds, produced by the Upper School Founders Keepers Theater Club
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MBS is home to a rich and proud athletics program. Athletics are an integral part of the MBS experience, and no student is turned away. MBS practices a no-cut policy so all students are invited to play their sport of choice. For a complete list of our sports offerings, as well as schedules and coaches and more, please visit www.mbs.net/athletics. Join a team! Attend a game! You will be glad you did!
Please remember to check the Athletics Calendar at www.mbs.net/athleticscalendar frequently for schedule changes. If you have questions about athletics, please contact Joanne Dzama, Director of Upper School Athletics at [email protected] or Mike Sturgeon, Director of Middle School Athletics at [email protected].
For information about how to set up a real-time alert for event cancellations, postponements, or changes, please refer to our Tech Tips section on page 38.
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Dear Parents,
I hope this letter finds you excited about your upcoming years at Morristown-Beard School and the role athletics will play. I am looking forward to working with all of you over the course of the next four years.
The fall season will be upon us before we know it. I would like to take this opportunity to give you some information you can reference in the upcoming months.
Our fall season will begin for most sports on Monday, August 15th. These pre-season practices will be scheduled individually by each team and will be detailed in letters from the coaches. Our annual Crimson Week will be held August 22nd through August 26th. During this week, the MBS Athletic Department sponsors lunch Monday through Thursday for all student-athletes, and we are excited to partner with the Parents Association for a Crimson BBQ during that week as well. Crimson Week is an opportunity to celebrate all fall athletes. This is a great way for all teams to socialize and kick off our fall season.
As each fall team has their own unique schedules, it is vital for you to read the coaches letters, which will be posted on our website under Athletics > Resources & Links > Coaches Letters starting June 13, 2016. These letters will provide you with detailed information regarding practice times and equipment needs specific to your sport. Although attendance at preseason practices is not mandatory, it is strongly suggested that each athlete take part in all preseason practices in order to best prepare for the season. This is the time for our coaches to evaluate the skill level of all players. All ninth graders and new students are also expected to attend these practices.
I look forward to meeting you all during this upcoming year. If you have any questions regarding the fall preseason practices, please feel free to call me at (973) 539-3032 ext. 589, or email me at [email protected]. Have a great summer and Go Crimson!
Regards,
Joanne M. Dzama Director of Upper School Athletics
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Dear Parents,
Welcome to Morristown-Beard School and Middle School Athletics. I am looking forward to working with you and your children during your time here in our Middle School.
As fall is right around the corner, I would like to take this opportunity to give you some information about the upcoming months and the athletic program.
The Middle School fall sports season will begin shortly after the beginning of school—there are no summer athletic commitments for Middle School student-athletes. We will have fall sports sign-ups during the first week of school and will be offering: Field Hockey (Girls), Soccer (Boys and Girls), Tennis (Girls), Flag Football (Co-ed), and Cross Country (Co-ed). We have a no-cut policy, so all student-athletes may play the sport of their choice.
This year the Middle School has adopted a new policy where each student will be required to participate in 2 of our 3 athletics seasons. In the winter and spring we will be offering a fitness class for those who are not interested in team sports.
The fall schedule for each sport can be found athttp://www.nwjerseyac.com . These schedules may change slightly over the summer, but will become final on July 1st.
I look forward to meeting you and your children during this upcoming year. If you have any questions regarding the fall practices, please feel free to call me at (973) 539-3032 ext. 531, or email me at [email protected]. Have a great summer and Go Crimson!
Regards,
Michael Sturgeon Director of Middle School Athletics
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Greetings,
As Head Librarian, I would like to welcome you to the MBS community. The Library is one of the centers of student life on campus. Our students use the Library in a variety of ways: as a gathering place, as a study space, as a workspace for individual assignments or group projects. As you will soon discover, the MBS Library is always a space and place filled with activity!
As you prepare for the new school year, I’d like to introduce you to our Summer Reading Program. Unlike many other schools, at MBS we want to give our students as much choice as possible when it comes to summer reading. We want them to enjoy the experience of reading and the best way to do that is to let them choose your their books from our extensive list. When classes start in the fall, we will gather in discussion groups with our books’ sponsors—a teacher or staff member—and share our responses to the books we’ve read. In addition, this year we have added a new feature to summer reading: many of our seniors and juniors are going to assist the faculty and staff as discussion leaders.
Please review the reading list in the appendix of this package and have your student choose his or her top three choices and email them to me, [email protected], no later than June 30. Send the choices in early as summer reading groups are formed first come, first serve and we try to keep the groups relatively small. Once I receive the requests, the student will be notified shortly afterwards as to which discussion group he or she will join. Keep in mind that all students are required to read at least two books over the summer, so please use the attached summary to help choose other titles.
If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to email me.
Cheers,
Nicholas C Jackson, MSILS Head Librarian & Information Specialist
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Dear Parents,
Technology and education have gone hand in hand over the past few decades. We at Morristown-Beard School want to prepare our students to utilize all that technology has to offer and help ready them for life outside of MBS. As part of our approach, we have an iPad 1-to-1 program in which each student is required to have an iPad. Having an iPad in the hands of each student helps to enrich and enhance the learning experience at MBS.
To help you prepare for the upcoming school year, I have included some useful information about our iPad 1-to-1 program. Included are iPad requirements and recommendations for purchasing the iPad, as well as information about using the iPad on the MBS campus. In order for your students to be able to use their iPad on our network, they must register their device with the school. MBS also provides required apps to your student, free of charge, through an online enrollment process. Steps for both the registration and enrollment are included in this letter and can also be found on the Parent Technology Tab within the Parent Portal on the School’s website.
With technology use comes a large responsibility and we want all of our students to be safe online. Our Technology Acceptable Use Policy is in place to make sure that students are using technology appropriately and safely. The Internet is a very powerful tool if used correctly. To ensure that they know how to navigate their online world, I will be speaking with all Freshman and Juniors over the course of the year about digital citizenship. This program will help guide the students to ethical and safe participation in the online world. Our Technology Acceptable Use Policy as well as our Social Media Policy can be found on the School’s website. Go to Academics, then select Technology in the Curriculum.
If you have any questions regarding technology, please email me at [email protected].
Best,
Caitlin Skobo-Trought Learning Systems Manager
29 Morristown-Beard School • www.mbs.net Morristown-Beard School Powerfully prepared for learning and for life MBS Technology (cont.) Reference Guide iPad Requirements iPad Model Options (Size 32 GB or above): iPad 3 or 4 iPad mini 1, 2, 3 or 4 iPad Air 1 or 2 iPad Pro 9.7” or 12.9”
*If buying the iPad Pro, it is highly recommended that you also buy the keyboard and pencil. iPad Recommendations Sturdy case (Otterbox) Keyboard (external or built-in keyboard case) Stylus WiFi only (cellular is an additional cost via cellular provider) AppleCare warranty
Where to Purchase Apple Store (education discount if you provide a school ID or acceptance letter to MBS) Best Buy
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Technology Acceptable Use Policy
The Morristown-Beard School Technology Acceptable Use Policy is consistent with the School’s Mission Statement and Core Values. Here at MBS, we view technology as an enhancement tool to the learning experience.
All students are responsible for their actions and activities involving technology. These terms and conditions apply to all technology equipment and use of technology on campus. Please note that these terms and conditions are not intended to be exhaustive; there may be additional examples of acceptable and prohibited uses that are not outlined here.
Terms and Conditions you agree to as a Morristown-Beard School Student
1. I understand that… a. all MBS computers, and the MBS network, are not private and are monitored by the MBS technology staff. b. all MBS owned technology equipment (e.g., computers, printers, etc.) is the property of MBS. c. any negative, harassing, or illegal postings on social media will have consequences at MBS. (Please see the MBS Social Media guidelines in the Family Handbook for more information)
2. I will… a. be respectful of MBS’ and other students’ technology equipment. b. password/passcode protect all of my devices. c. use my real name for all electronic communication.
3. I will not… a. attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Morristown-Beard School network or to any systems on the MBS network. b. post negatively about MBS on social media. MBS will defend its brand, reputation and copyright. c. attempt to log in to the MBS website with another person’s User ID and password.
4. I assume responsibility for… a. any damage to school equipment while in my use. b. my online actions. c. my social media postings.
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The School reserves the right to discipline any student, including the possibility of expulsion, for behavior that reflects in a negative way on the School, no matter where or when such behavior occurs.
Social Media Policy
MBS subscribes to a “Do-no-harm” policy of social media use, with “harm” broadly defined as a misuse of social media towards any individual at large, members of the MBS Community, the School and its reputation.
Be mindful of your digital footprint. Anything that you post online can and will follow you throughout life. Do not post anything that you would not like your friends, family, college admissions officer, or future employer to see. Things you post online are possibly permanent and easily traceable.
Be a good digital citizen. Be respectful of others online and be mindful of what you say. Do not say things online that you would not say to someone in person.
Social Media Guidelines
When it comes to using social media, one must THINK before posting. I should ask myself: Is what I am posting… • True? • Honest? • Illegal? • Necessary? • Kind?
Online bullying and harassment issues are taken very seriously. Reported instances of alleged abuse will be examined by the appropriate administrative personnel who will determine if abuse has occurred and if disciplinary action is warranted.
Photos or videos taken during the school day of faculty, staff, or students may not be posted without proper consent.
The School reserves the right to discipline any student, including the possibility of expulsion, for behavior that reflects in a negative way on the School, no matter where or when such behavior occurs.
32 Morristown-Beard School • www.mbs.net Morristown-Beard School Powerfully prepared for learning and for life The Parent Portal Reference Guide
The Parent Portal is a password-protected customized dashboard on the MBS website that connects you to important school information. The Parent Portal contains family specific profile information, which includes your address(es), phone number(s), and email(s).
It is important that you keep this contact information current. All parents are responsible to input any changes to your personal profile, so that you continue to receive all school mailings and announcements.
New families should have received login information by regular mail. If you did not receive this information, please send an email to [email protected].
Please take a moment to log into the Parent Portal to verify that your information is correct, and that your login credentials work. If you have any problems logging in, please email Tiffany Zuber at [email protected].
To log in to the parent portal: Go to www.mbs.net
Click the “Log In” button located in the upper right hand corner.
Enter your username and password, then click “login.”
This will take you to the Parent Portal dashboard (see illustration on next page).
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Here you will find important information including:
• Online book ordering information • Business Office statements • Family Handbook • Family Directory (online and PDF versions). • Comments, grades, and Parent Communication Forms (PCFs) • Forms, Schedules and Student Re-enrollment • Technology Information • School Alert System (Honeywell) Setup
Please visit the Parent Portal often for the most current School information. Parent Portal Dashboard
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How to access the Family Directory The Family Directory currently exists in two formats: “live” online atwww.mbs.net/familydirectory and in PDF format. The “live” version has the most current information—the most recent updates and changes in addresses, phone numbers, and emails. The PDF version is a “snapshop” of the directory list and it is updated periodically throughout the year.
In the “live” format, use the “Keywords” feature at www.mbs.net/familydirectory to search for a parent by first or last name. You may also access the “live” directory by logging into the Parent Portal and clicking the link under School Information.
If you have a need to download the PDF format to your mobile device (phone or tablet), click the PDF link found on the Family Directory page or in the Parent Portal. Doing so will enable you to view the Family Directory PDF directly from your iBooks—no login required.
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Search for an email address on the Faculty/Staff Directory
1. Access the Faculty/Staff Directory at www.mbs.net/facultystaffdirectory. 2. Use the “Keywords” function to search by first or last name for the faculty or staff member you would like to contact. 3. Select “profile”. The email address will appear under the section entitled “Contact Information”.
How to Manage/Set Up Calendar Alerts Our School Calendar and Athletics Calendar allow you to set up alerts for calendar events. These alerts can be sent to either your email, your phone, or to both. Note that you must be logged in to set up alerts.
Set up Alerts for the MBS School Calendar
1. Access the MBS School Calendar at www.mbs.net/ schoolcalendar/.
2. Select the “Alerts” button.
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3. Select “School Calendar” and don’t forget to hit “Update Settings”.
You will now receive real-time alerts when any School Calendar events have been cancelled, postponed, or changed.
To enable your mobile device to receive text alerts, select the “Alerts” button and then select “My Subscriptions”. You will then be prompted to “Add Text Enabled Phone”. Select that button, then “Add New Phone” or “Enable Existing Phone Number”.
After saving that information, select “Request Code”. A code will be sent to your phone, which you can then enter in the field provided. Select “Verify”. You’re good to go!
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Set up Alerts for the MBS Athletics Calendar
1. Go to www.mbs.net/athleticscalendar. 2. Select the “Alerts” button.
3. Select “Athletics Schedules”.
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4. Select the desired team, and don’t forget to hit “Update Settings.”
You will now receive real-time alerts when any Athletics Calendar events have been cancelled, postponed, or changed. You may set up mobile alerts as well—please see page 37 for instructions on enabling your phone number alerts.
39 Morristown-Beard School • www.mbs.net Morristown-Beard School Powerfully prepared for learning and for life Appendix Reference Guide MBS Middle School Supply Lists 6th grade Supply List - 2016-1017
General Technology 4 packs reinforced loose-leaf paper Ipad Requirements 2 2-inch binders iPad Model Options (Size 32 GB or above): 3 packs dividers (one for English, one for Geography, one for iPad 3 or 4 Science) iPad mini 1, 2, 3 or 4 3 hole punch iPad Air 1 or 2 3 hole pencil case iPad Pro 9.7” or 12.9” 2 packs pencils -6 pencils to be kept at home (pencils and iPad stylus to be used with note taking apps pens will need to be replenished throughout the year as needed) iPad sturdy cover to minimize cracked screens (Otterbox is best but not required) Black, Blue, Green, and Red Pens Keyboard for iPads to help out with note taking and essay 24 colored pencils writing 1 red or other brightly colored marker (to make edits or cor- Ear buds rections) 2 packets of multi-colored whiteboard markers (blue, green, iPad Recommendations black, red) WiFi only (cellular is an additional cost via cellular provider) Blue, Yellow, Pink, and Green Highlighters AppleCare warranty Construction paper Where to Purchase 4 Pocket folders Apple Store (education discount if you provide a school ID 1 assignment pad (purchased from MBS bookstore only) or acceptance letter to MBS) 2 combination locks (purchased from MBS bookstore only) Best Buy 3 Composition notebooks (black marbled type, but can be other colors) Post-it Notes (3 in. x 3 in.) 1 1 Subject Spiral Notebook (for English) 1 Graph paper spiral notebook with folder (for math) Coordinate Plane Stickers (purchased from the MBS book- store only) Index cards Plastic sleeves that go into the binders to hold things like index cards
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General World Language Assignment Pad (Purchased in MBS bookstore only) One 1 1/2 inch binder, dividers 2 Combination Locks (Purchased in MBS bookstore only) One marble composition notebook Loose leaf paper index cards-plastic sheet protectors (these are plastic sleeves that go in binders that can hold things) at least 3 multicol- 12 pencils ored dry erase markers (eg: blue, green, black, red) 3 red pens & 5 blue pens Manual pencil sharpener English Workshop Glue stick Marble composition notebook
White board markers Technology Highlighters (4 colors) Ipad Requirements iPad Model Options (Size 32 GB or above):
English iPad 3 or 4 1 pocket folder iPad mini 1, 2, 3 or 4 Marble composition notebook iPad Air 1 or 2
Math iPad Pro 9.7” or 12.9” Graph paper marble composition notebook iPad stylus to be used with note taking apps One 1 ½ inch binder iPad sturdy cover to minimize cracked screens (Otterbox is Dividers (8) best but not required) 2 pocket folder inserts for binder Keyboard for iPads to help out with note taking and essay writing Social Studies Ear buds One 1 1/2 inch binder Dividers (5) iPad Recommendations 1 pocket folder WiFi only (cellular is an additional cost via cellular provider) AppleCare warranty Science (see “Technology” below. Expect to spend $10-20 for Where to Purchase science-based apps during the year.) Apple Store or Best Buy (education discount if you provide a school ID or acceptance letter to MBS)
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General Technology 1 assignment pad (purchased from MBS bookstore only) Ipad Requirements iPad Model Options (Size 32 GB or above): 1 combination lock (purchased from the MBS bookstore only) iPad 3 or 4 3-hole lined composition paper iPad mini 1, 2, 3 or 4 iPad Air 1 or 2 English iPad Pro 9.7” or 12.9” 1 – 1 ½ -inch 3-ring binder with dividers iPad stylus to be used with note taking apps Lined, 3-hole composition paper iPad sturdy cover to minimize cracked screens (Otterbox is
best but not required) English Workshop Marble composition notebook Keyboard for iPads to help out with note taking and essay writing
Math/French or Latin Ear buds 1 – 1 ½ inch 3-ring binder iPad Recommendations Science WiFi only (cellular is an additional cost via cellular provider) 2-pocket folder (to hold handouts/labs) AppleCare warranty
History Where to Purchase 1- 1 inch binder with one divider Apple Store (education discount if you provide a school ID 3 holed lined paper to keep in binder or acceptance letter to MBS) Best Buy Spanish 1-1.5 inch 3 ring binder with 3 dividers 1 marble composition notebook
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MBS Technology Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is required to have an iPad for Fall 2016? A: All students, new and returning, grades 6 through 12, are required to have iPads.
Q: Where should I purchase my iPad? A: We designed the iPad program to be as flexible as possible for our families. You may purchase your iPad at the Apple Store, Best Buy or any other vendor you choose.
Q: Am I entitled to any special discounts when purchasing the iPad? A: The Apple Store may provide an education discount if you provide a school ID or acceptance letter to MBS.
Q: What if I already own an iPad? A: Great! If you already have an iPad 2 or later, you are set for the 2016-2017 academic year.
Q: What version of the iPad is required? A: For the 2014-2015 academic year, the iPad 2 or later is required. The iPad mini is also an adequate option.
Q: I understand that MBS is not requiring a specific version for next year, but can MBS make any suggestions or recommendations? A: Sure! First, with regard to GB-size, we suggest at least the 32GB WiFi version. (We worry that the 16GB version would not offer enough storage space and could be quite limiting.) Secondly, an iPad 2 or newer, or an iPad mini would be an ideal choice. The students will need to use a camera as well as be able to mirror their iPad in class, and need an iPad 2 or newer, or an iPad mini, to do so.
Q: What’s the difference between WiFi and WiFi+3G? A: WiFi allows a user to access the internet via established wireless networks. WiFi+ 3G allows a user to access the internet via not only these established wireless networks, but also through Verizon and AT&T’s cellular service; the WiFi+3G service requires the purchase of an additional data plan through Verizon or AT&T. Because MBS has a dedicated wireless iPad network, WiFi+3G is not needed.
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General Fiction
Auggie & Me: Three Wonder Stories - R. J. Palacio
Because of Winn-Dixie - Kate DiCamillo
Counting by 7s - Holly Goldberg Sloan
Hatchet - Gary Paulsen
Inside Out and Back Again - Thanhha Lai
Out of My Mind - Sharon M. Draper
The Phantom Tollbooth - Norton Jester
When You Reach Me - Rebecca Stead
Historical Fiction
The Boy in the Striped Pajamas - John Boyne
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Rising 7th – 8th Grade
General Fiction
Delirium - Lauren Oliver Divergent - Veronica Roth Flora and Ulysses: The Illuminated Adventures - Kate DiCamillo The Giver - Lois Lowry Sources of Light - Margaret McMullan Thirteen Reasons Why - Jay Asher Wonder - R. J. Palacio Historical Fiction
April Morning - Howard Fast Between Shades of Gray - Ruta Sepetys The Book Thief - Markus Zusak The Boy in the Striped Pajamas - John Boyne The Island on Bird Street - Uri Orlev A Proud Taste for Scarlet and Miniver - E.L. Konigsburg The Red Pyramid (The Kane Chronicles, Book 1) - Rick Riordan Non-Fiction
The Boys in the Boat (Young Readers Adaptation): The True Story of an American Team’s Epic Journey to Win Gold at the 1936 Olympics - Daniel James Brown Napoleon’s Buttons - Penny Le Couteur Unbroken (The Young Adult Adaptation): An Olympian’s Journey from Airman to Castaway to Captive - Laura Hillenbrand The Way of the SEAL - Mark Divine
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Rising 9th – 12th Grade The Giver (Giver Quartet) - Lois Lowry Biography Go Set a Watchman: A Novel - Harper Lee American Sniper: The Autobiography of the Most Lethal Sniper in U.S. Military History - Chris Gone Girl - Gillian Flynn Kyle The Headmaster’s Wife - Thomas Christopher The Glass Castle: A Memoir - Jeannette Walls Greene
Guantanamo Diary - Mohamedou Ould Slahi I’ll Give You the Sun - Jandy Nelson Rocket Boys - Homer Hickam Looking for Alaska - John Green The Rose That Grew From Concrete - Tupac Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children - Shakur Ransom Riggs
Tesla: Man Out of Time - Margaret Cheney The Outsiders - S. E. Hinton Yes Please - Amy Poehler The Road - Cormac McCarthy Fantasy Room: A Novel - Emma Donoghue Smith of Wootton Major & Farmer Giles of The Shadow of the Wind - Carlos Ruiz Zafon Ham - J.R.R. Tolkien Silence - Natasha Preston General Fiction The Tao of Pooh - Benjamin Hoff Another Roadside Attraction - Tom Robbins A Thousand Splendid Suns - Khaled Hosseini The Bell Jar - Sylvia Plath Vernon God Little - DHC Pierre (for Juniors & Breakfast of Champions: A Novel - Kurt Seniors only) Vonnegut Graphic Novel A Clockwork Orange - Anthony Burgess I Kill Giants - Joe Kelly (Author) & JM Ken The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night- Niimura (Artist) Time - Mark Haddon A Punto de Partir - Frannerd The Disreputable History of Frankie Landau- Banks - E. Lockhart Historical Fiction
Dona Flor and Her two husbands - Jorge Amado Agincourt - Bernard Cornwell Eleanor & Park - Rainbow Rowell All the Light We Cannot See - Anthony Doerr The Girl on the Train - Paula Hawkins City of Thieves: A Novel- David Benioff
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Rising 9th – 12th Grade
Historical Fiction (Cont.) Into the Magic Shop - James R. Doty Girl with a Pearl Earring: A Novel - Tracy Killer Heels: the Art of the High-Heeled Shoe - Lisa Chevalier Small, Stefano Tonchi, Caroline Walker
The Man in the High Castle - Philip K. Dick Outliers: The Story of Success - Malcolm Gladwell The Nightingale - Kristin Hannah The Power of Negative Thinking: An Unconventional Approach to Achieving Positive Slaughterhouse-Five - Kurt Vonnegut Results - Bobby Knight
Velvet Undercover - Teri Brown The Richest Man in Babylon - George S. Clason Non-Fiction SEAL Team Six: Memoirs of an Elite Navy SEAL Sniper - Howard E. Wasdin & Stephen 13 Hours: The Inside Account of What Really Templin Happened In Benghazi - Mitchell Zuckoff A Short History of Nearly Everything - Bill Bryson All You Need to Know About the Music Business - Donald S. Passman Science Fiction
The Big Short: Inside the Doomsday Machine - Annihilation: A Novel - Jeff VanderMeer Michael Lewis Divergent - Veronica Roth The Boys of Winter: The Untold Story of a Coach, a Dream, and the 1980 U.S. Olympic Hockey Team - The Martian - Andy Weir Wayne Coffey Stranger in a Strange Land (Remembering Bringing Down the House - Ben Mezrich Tomorrow) - Robert A. Heinlein Concussion - Jeanne Marie Laskas The Hot Zone: The Terrifying True Story of the Origins of the Ebola Virus - Richard Preston In the Garden of Beasts: Love, Terror, and an American Family in Hitler’s Berlin - Erik Larson Into the Abyss - Carol Shaben
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