Thursday, March 17, Day 2
8th Grade teachers: The Yearbook will put Superlative Ballots in your mailboxes today to hand out tomorrow morning. Please give one to each student. The complete ballot must be in Mr. Patashnik’s mailbox no later than Friday by the end of school.
Students, are you missing some PE clothes? Ms. Coombs and Mr. Fluet report that there are lots of shorts and t-shirts in the pile outside of the PE office. Any left by the end of the week will be donated to Goodwill.
Our Parent Teacher Association is hosting the St. Patrick’s Day Dance this Friday from 6-8. Practice those dance moves, find something green to wear, and get ready to throw some pie. You could win a chance to Pie Mr. Matthews!
SPORTS
Sign-ups for spring sports begin Monday 3/21. If you are interested in participating in Lacrosse, Baseball, Softball, or Outdoor Track, sign up outside the maine office starting Monday.
MUSIC NOTES:
Performance Jazz yes there is rehearsal Friday! Woodfords Friday Night!
Performance Jazz rehearses again Friday morning this week.
Quote of the Day: “If you’re lucky enough to be Irish, you’re lucky enough.”
Question of the Day: Funtown or Splashtown?
Wednesday, March 16, Day 1
The Drama will meet today 2:30 - 3:15 in the auditorium.
8th Grade teachers: The Yearbook will put Superlative Ballots in your mailboxes today to hand out tomorrow morning. Please give one to each student. The complete ballot must be in Mr. Patashnik’s mailbox no later than Friday by the end of school.
Students, are you missing some PE clothes? Ms. Coombs and Mr. Fluet report that there are lots of shorts and t-shirts in the pile outside of the PE office. Any left by the end of the week will be donated to Goodwill.
Our Parent Teacher Association is hosting the St. Patrick’s Day Dance this Friday from 6-8. Practice those dance moves, find something green to wear, and get ready to throw some pie. You could win a chance to Pie Mr. Matthews!
Speaking of our PTA, Mahoney Staff, please be sure to stop by the home ec room throughout the day. Our parents and local businesses have been VERY generous!!
Today we have intervention workshop for 6th and 8th grades. Ask a teacher if you would like to be drafted!
SPORTS
South Portland Swim Team has had a fantastic start to the season! Many personal bests have been achieved as well as some fantastic relays.
In our first meet against Westbrook our relay team of Anna Kuell, Katie Conley, Kiley Matthews, and Eva Rowell took first place in the 200 Medley Relay. At this same meet Calvin Comeau and Amy Zarate took first place in the 50 Freestyle.
The very next week the team went to Sanford to swim against Massabesic. At this meet, even swimming at a different pool our swimmers rose to the occasion and swam hard! Valya Jacoby-Roberts and Alice Cardale had fantastic 50 backstroke times and Jaslyn Goode had a personal best of :45.65 in the 50 Breaststroke. This week we host Scarborough at the South Portland pool on Friday, March 18th at 4pm. Come on out and cheer the swimmers on!
MUSIC NOTES:
Training and Performance Jazz - All Mrs. Barry has to say is - WOW. Thank you for a tremendous jazz night!!
Training Jazz, no rehearsal Thursday. Performance Jazz yes there is rehearsal Friday! Woodfords Friday Night!
Performance Jazz rehearses again Friday morning this week.
Quote of the Day: “It’s hard to beat a person who never gives up.” Babe Ruth
Question of the Day: What would you be, The Hero, Bystander or Villain?
Birthdays: No birthdays today.
Tuesday, March 15, Day 6
Students, are you missing some PE clothes? Ms. Coombs and Mr. Fluet report that there are lots of shorts and t-shirts in the pile outside of the PE office. Any left by the end of the week will be donated to Goodwill.
SPORTS
Swim Team pictures are TODAY at the pool beginning at approximately 3:00. Be sure to have your completed order form ready to give to the photographer if you want a team picture.
MUSIC NOTES:
Training Jazz will have an important practice right after school today. See you then!
Performance Jazz rehearses again Friday morning this week.
All Mahoney Community members are invited to the annual Jazz Night Concert tonight in the SPHS Cafeteria. The show features all jazz groups in South Portland, including our State Champion HS Jazz Ensemble. We start at 6:30 p.m.!
Quote of the Day: “If you look for perfection you will never be satisfied.” Leo Tolstoy
Question of the Day: Batman or Superman?
Birthdays: No birthdays today.
Monday, March 14, Day 5
Happy Pi Day!
Students, are you missing some PE clothes? Ms. Coombs and Mr. Fluet report that there are lots of shorts and t-shirts in the pile outside of the PE office. Any left by the end of the week will be donated to Goodwill.
Today we have Intervention Workshop for 7th and 8th grades. Ask your teachers if you would like/need to be drafted!
SPORTS
All 6th, 7th and 8th graders played tennis in the fall, please head to outside the auditorium for your yearbook picture.
Swim Meet News:
Swim Team pictures are Tuesday, March 15th at the S.P. pool beginning at approximately 3:00. Be srue to have your completed order form ready to give to the photographer if you want a team picture.
The Mahoney Indoor track team had another strong showing at last Saturday’s meet vs. Gorham and Moore. The girls came in second and swept all three relays. Individual event winners for the girls were Maddie Drolet, Annie von Seggern (2), Eliese Perron, Evelyn Selser and Eva Tedford. Individual event winners for the boys were Nick Boudreau (2), Anthony Nixon, Liam Piper, Joey Perron, Frank Tierney and Bram Backman.
Today is Intervention workshop for grades 7 and 8. Students be sure to check in with your teachers if you think you might benefit from some extra support!
MUSIC NOTES:
The instrument repair man will be here today at 1:00 p.m. Make sure your instrument is in 201 before then!
Beginner Band will meet today at 2:!5 in room 201.
Performance Jazz rehearses Tuesday and Friday mornings this week.
Training Jazz members please see Mrs. Barry today!
All Mahoney Community members are invited to the annual Jazz Night Concert tomorrow night in the SPHS Cafeteria. The show features all jazz groups in South Portland, including our State Champion HS Jazz Ensemble. We start at 6:30 p.m.!
Quote of the Day: “Don’t ruin a good today by thinking about a bad yesterday.”
Question of the Day: What’s your favorite kind of pie?
Birthdays: Happy Birthday to Anthony Perron
Friday, March 11, Day 4
The Civil Rights Team will meet Monday 3.14 at 7 if you are hungry and 7:15 for all members!
SPORTS
The Swim team will travel to Sanford this afternoon for a meet. Swimmers, we need you on the bus at 2:15, so listen for an announcement to be dismissed from class a few minutes early. Best of luck!
Swim Team pictures are next Tuesday, March 15th at the S.P. pool beginning at approximately 3:00.
The Indoor Track team has a meet against Lyman Moore and Gorham tomorrow at the Portland Expo starting at 11:30. Good luck to all track athletes!
MUSIC NOTES:
Remember to bring your music and a pen or pencil or iPad to sectional today.
Sign up for Color Guard in the main office! We learn flag work, marching, and prepare a routine to perform with the band for the Memorial Day Parade. This is open to any 6th, 7th or 8th grader interested. Band members must see Mrs. Barry before signing up.
Quote of the Day: Don’t compare your life to others. You have no idea what their journey is all about.
Question of the Day: Sun or Moon?
Birthdays: Happy Birthday to Morgan Anderson. Happy early birthday to Eva Tierney-Trevor, Avery Hamor, Jacob Noble, and Frank Tierney!
Thursday, March 10, Day 3
Hi! It’s Rachel from student Council again. We are doing to Animal Refuge League Donation Drive. There are signs of what to donate around the school. You can donate pet beds, pet food, pet cleaning and care products, pet toys. please wash all fabrics and toys and give any money donations to the office.
Today is IW for grades 6 and 7. Please come prepared to get some work done!
SPORTS
The Swim team will travel to Sanford tomorrow (Friday) afternoon for a meet. Swimmers, best of luck!
Swim Team pictures are next Tuesday, March 15th at the S.P. pool beginning at approximately 3:00.
MUSIC NOTES:
A big thank you and congratulations to all band members for a wonderful concert last night. You have worked really hard in preparation for this event, and it was great to have your family and friends join us. Remember to bring your music and a pen or pencil or iPad to sectional today or tomorrow.
Performance jazz band will rehearse again Friday morning this week.
Sign up for Color Guard in the main office! We learn flag work, marching, and prepare a routine to perform with the band for the Memorial Day Parade. This is open to any 6th, 7th or 8th grader interested. Band members must see Mrs. Barry before signing up.
Quote of the Day: The cure for boredom is curiosity. There is no cure for curiosity.
Question of the Day: Pens: Blue, Black, or Red?
Birthdays: Happy Birthday to Liam Piper
Wednesday, March 9, Day 2
There is no Drama meeting today
South Portland sixth grade students brought home the second place trophy from the Southern Maine Elementary Math League today with a total of 173 points!
Individual awards were given to the following students:
Audrey Pearson & Alice Bonnevie-Rothro both placed third with 35 points
Hi! It’s Rachel from student Council again. We are doing to Animal Refuge League Donation Drive. There are signs of what to donate around the school. You can donate pet beds, pet food, pet cleaning and care products, pet toys. please wash all fabrics and toys and give any money donations to the office.
SPORTS
Swim Team pictures are next Tuesday, March 15th at the S.P. pool beginning at approximately 3:00.
MUSIC NOTES:
Our concert is TODAY!
Performance jazz band will rehearse again Friday morning this week.
Training Jazz will not rehearse Thursday this week!
All band musicians: please plan to get your instruments and music home today for your concert tonight! Arrival time is 6 p.m.
The Mahoney Community is invited to attend the Mahoney March Concert this tonight at the SoPo Auditorium. The show starts at 7 p.m.!
Sign up for Color Guard in the main office! We learn flag work, marching, and prepare a routine to perform with the band for the Memorial Day Parade. This is open to any 6th, 7th or 8th grader interested. Band members must see Mrs. Barry before signing up.
Quote of the Day: “You are defined by the choices you make. Choose well each day.” -Anonymous
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Question of the Day: Early Release or Late Start?
Birthdays: Happy Birthday to Eliza Wright
Tuesday, March 8, Day 1
Swim Team pictures are next Tuesday, March 15th at the S.P. pool beginning at approximately 3:00.
This afternoon we have intervention workshop for 6th and 8th graders.
Recycling happens today at 8:00. Thank you for placing your bins in the hallway for our JMG students.
SPORTS
MUSIC NOTES:
All Band musicians; a concert notice has been passed out to you; our concert is THIS Wednesday, March 9th!
Performance jazz band will rehearse again Friday morning this week.
Training Jazz will rehearse WEDNESDAY morning this week--no practice Thursday!
All band musicians: please plan to get your instruments and music home by Wednesday for your concert. Arrival time is 6 p.m.
The Mahoney Community is invited to attend the Mahoney March Concert this Wednesday Night at the SoPo Auditorium. The show starts at 7 p.m.!
Sign up for Color Guard in the main office! We learn flag work, marching, and prepare a routine to perform with the band for the Memorial Day Parade. This is open to any 6th, 7th or 8th grader interested. Band members must see Mrs. Barry before signing up.
Quote of the Day: “Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference.” Winston Churchill
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Question of the Day: Draw or Paint?
Birthdays: missed yesterday Owen Maloney - Today Birthdays - none
Monday, March 7, Day 6
Swim Team pictures are next Tuesday, March 15th at the S.P. pool beginning at approximately 3:00.
Reminder to students and teachers. Please put iPads away and listen to these announcements! Pause. Thank You!
SPORTS
The Mahoney Indoor Track Team had its first meet at the Portland Expo Saturday. Individual event winners for the boys team were Joey Perron, Fischer Bourassa, Paul Zechman, Nic Boudreau and Jacob Dresser. The 6th grade boys relay team also won. The girls 8th graders won their division and their relay. Individual event winners for the girls were Eva Tedford, Emily Rich, Jordan Hulsey, Kate vonSeggern, Annie von Seggern, Evelyn Selser and Morgan Anderson. A reminder to the team that there is no practice this Wednesday.
MUSIC NOTES:
Congratulations to the 6th grade honors band and chorus members. You represented Mahoney admirably, both with your behavior and your outstanding concert. Thank you for your hard work!
Beginner Band will meet today after school until 3 p.m.
All Band musicians; a concert notice has been passed out to you; our concert is THIS Wednesday, March 9th!
The instrument repairman is here today at 1:00 p.m. Get those instruments to 201!
Performance jazz band will rehearse Tuesday and Friday mornings this week.
Training Jazz will rehearse WEDNESDAY morning this week--no practice Thursday!
All band musicians: please plan to get your instruments and music home by Wednesday for your concert. Arrival time is 6 p.m.
The Mahoney Community is invited to attend the Mahoney March Concert this Wednesday Night at the SoPo Auditorium. The show starts at 7 p.m.!
Sign up for Color Guard in the main office! We learn flag work, marching, and prepare a routine to perform with the band for the Memorial Day Parade. This is open to any 6th, 7th or 8th grader interested. Band members must see Mrs. Barry before signing up.
Quote of the Day: “There is more treasure in books than in all the pirates loot on Treasure Island.” Walt Disney
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Question of the Day: Nike or Under Armour
Birthdays:
Friday, March 4, Day 5
Reminder to students and teachers. Please put iPads away and listen to these announcements! Pause. Thank You!
Intervention Workshop Today for 7th and 8th graders.
The Civil Rights Team will meet Monday March 7th at 7 if you are hungry and 7:15 for all team members in room 114. Thank you for waking up early on a Monday again!
Sports
Our Swimmers have their first meet this afternoon at the South Portland Community Center starting at 4. Take the bus to the swim meet right after school. You will need to find your own way home after the meet!
Indoor Track student-athletes have their first meet tomorrow at 11:30 at the Portland Expo. All student-athletes are expected to be there for the whole track meet. Good luck!
MUSIC NOTES:
Congratulations to the 6th grade honors band and chorus members. You represented Mahoney admirably, both with your behavior and your outstanding concert. Thank you for your hard work!
Beginner Band will meet today after school until 3 p.m.
All Band musicians; a concert notice has been passed out to you; our concert is THIS Wednesday, March 9th!
The instrument repairman is here today at 1:00 p.m. Get those instruments to 201!
Performance jazz band will rehearse Tuesday and Friday mornings this week.
Training Jazz will rehearse WEDNESDAY morning this week--no practice Thursday!
All band musicians: please plan to get your instruments and music home by Wednesday for your concert. Arrival time is 6 p.m.
The Mahoney Community is invited to attend the Mahoney March Concert this Wednesday Night at the SoPo Auditorium. The show starts at 7 p.m.!
Sign up for Color Guard in the main office! We learn flag work, marching, and prepare a routine to perform with the band for the Memorial Day Parade. This is open to any 6th, 7th or 8th grader interested. Band members must see Mrs. Barry before signing up.
Quote of the Day: The beautiful thing about learning is no one can take it away from you. -B.B. King
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Question of the Day: Laptop or Desktop?
Birthdays: Happy Birthday to Corinne Bevans!
Thursday March 3, 2016 Day 4
The Yearbook Club would like to take pictures of those students with siblings.
Would the following students please report to the office now:
Nick/Chris Pop
Gerard/Alexa Pothier
Calli/Kelty Jennings
Paulos/Thomas Zeleke
Gloria/ Humberto Anzures
Eben/Madelynn Drolet
Ella/ Benjamin Hyland
Corinne / Ayla Bevans
Miles/Archie Brewer
The Mahoney Yearbook is on sale next week. Starting on Monday until the April break. Cost is 28 bucks, pay Mr. Patashnik before or after school in room 122. Checks payable to Mahoney Middle School, cash accepted.
Mark, our custodian on the 3rd floor, has reported that the boys bathroom is getting messy again. Boys, please make sure you get all trash in the trash cans, or we will have to consider closing that bathroom.
Sports
Indoor Track student-athletes have their first meet this Saturday at 11:30 at the Portland Expo. All student-athletes are expected to be there for the whole track meet. Good luck!
MUSIC NOTES:
All Band musicians; a concert notice has been passed out to you; please be aware of the return date and the date of our March concert--next Wednesday, March 9th!
Performance Jazz will rehearse again Friday morning this week.
Training Jazz will rehearse Thursday morning this week.
Sign up for Color Guard in the main office! We learn flag work, marching, and prepare a routine to perform with the band for the Memorial Day Parade. This is open to any 6th, 7th or 8th grader interested. Band members must see Mrs. Barry before signing up.
Quote of the Day: The way you see people is the way you treat them, and the way you treat them is what they become. -Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
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Question of the Day: Hot or Cold?
Birthdays: Happy Birthday to Izzy Chase!
Wednesday March 2, 2016 Day 3
Hugo Announcement - 7th Grade Odd Day Period 4 Spanish Class
There is no Drama today!
MUSIC NOTES:
All Band musicians; a concert notice has been passed out to you; please be aware of the return date and the date of our March concert--next Wednesday, March 9th!
Performance Jazz will rehearse again Friday morning this week.
Training Jazz will rehearse Thursday morning this week.
Sign up for Color Guard in the main office! We learn flag work, marching, and prepare a routine to perform with the band for the Memorial Day Parade. This is open to any 6th, 7th or 8th grader interested. Band members must see Mrs. Barry before signing up.
Quote of the Day: Today you are you! That is truer than true! There is no one alive who is you-er than you!
Dr. Seuss
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Question of the Day: The Cat in the Hat or The Lorax
Birthdays: Happy Birthday to Simon Bourque (Burk) and Dr.Seuss
Tuesday March 1, 2016 Day 2
When going to lunch and back to classes, please be respectful of classes that are happening. In particular, Ms. Raymond’s classes are often interrupted by students knocking on doors or being loud. Please do your best to be respectful of students and teachers who are in classes!
Sports
The Indoor Track Photo will be taken today after school in the gym.
MUSIC NOTES:
All Band musicians; a concert notice has been passed out to you; please be aware of the return date and the date of our March concert--next Wednesday, March 9th!
6th Grade Honors Band will rehearse today after school at 2:15 p.m.
Performance Jazz will rehearse again Friday morning this week.
Training Jazz will rehearse Thursday morning this week.
Sign up for Color Guard in the main office! We learn flag work, marching, and prepare a routine to perform with the band for the Memorial Day Parade. This is open to any 6th, 7th or 8th grader interested. Band members must see Mrs. Barry before signing up.
Quote of the Day: “If you don’t have time to do it right, when will you have time to do it over?” John Wooden
Question of the Day: Tuesday or Thursday?
Birthdays: Happy Birthday to Cole Benevides and Mina Scherer
Monday February 29, 2016 Day 1
The library will be closed today.
When going to lunch and back to classes, please be respectful of classes that are happening. In particular, Ms. Raymond’s classes are often interrupted by students knocking on doors or being loud. Please do your best to be respectful of students and teachers who are in classes!
Teachers have observed some unsafe behavior by students getting on the Boys and Girls Club van. Please respect people who are standing in line ahead of you, and be patient getting on the van.
Today grades 6 and 8 have Intervention Workshop. Teachers please draft those students you feel could benefit from time with you today. Students, you can self-draft with a teacher you feel can help you if they have the space!
Sports
Interested in joining the swimming or track team? Stop by the main office and we can help you get involved!
The Indoor Track Photo will be taken Tuesday after school in the gym. Please bring your uniform and order form!
MUSIC NOTES:
All Band musicians; a concert notice has been passed out to you; please be aware of the return date and the date of our March concert--next Wednesday, March 9th!
6th Grade Honors Band will rehearse Tuesday after school at 2:15 p.m.
Performance Jazz will rehearse Tuesday and Friday mornings this week
Training Jazz will rehearse Thursday morning this week.
Sign up for Color Guard in the main office! We learn flag work, marching, and prepare a routine to perform with the band for the Memorial Day Parade. This is open to any 6th, 7th or 8th grader interested. Band members must see Mrs. Barry before signing up.
Congratulations to all 7th and 8th grade Honors Chorus and Band members on an outstanding experience this weekend. You are to be commended for your dedication during the very long rehearsals, excellent behavior and exceptional performances.
Quote of the Day: “I find the harder I work, the more luck I seem to have.” Thomas Jefferson
Question of the Day: Text or Call?phone call or text?
Birthdays: Happy Birthday to
Friday February 26, 2016 Day 6
The library is closed today.
8th grade band will rehearse today during workshop.
When going to lunch and back to classes, please be respectful of classes that are happening. In particular, Ms. Raymond’s classes are often interrupted by students knocking on doors or being loud. Please do your best to be respectful of students and teachers who are in classes!
Teachers have observed some unsafe behavior by students getting on the Boys and Girls Club van. Please respect people who are standing in line ahead of you, and be patient getting on the van.
7th and 8th graders, the deadline to apply for the Spring ROLE program is today! Turn your paperwork in at the main office!
Boys, the 3rd floor bathroom has been much cleaner the last couple days. Mark, our custodian on the third floor really appreciates your help taking care of the space. Keep it up!
Sports
Interested in joining the swimming or track team? Stop by the main office and we can help you get involved!
MUSIC NOTES:
All Band musicians; a concert notice has been passed out to you; please be aware of the return date and the date of our March concert--next Wednesday, March 9th!
The instrument repair man is here today at 1:00 p.m. Get your instruments to 201!
6th Grade Honors Band will rehearse today and Tuesday after school at 2:15 p.m.
Performance Jazz will rehearse Tuesday and Friday mornings this week
Training Jazz will rehearse Thursday morning this week.
Sign up for Color Guard in the main office! We learn flag work, marching, and prepare a routine to perform with the band for the Memorial Day Parade. This is open to any 6th, 7th or 8th grader interested. Band members must see Mrs. Barry before signing up.
Quote of the Day: Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass...It's about learning to dance in the rain.”
― Vivian Greene
Question of the Day: 60s, 70s, or 80s?
Birthdays: Happy Birthday to Sam O’Connell and this weekend to Caitlyn McDonough and Ella Sibole-Davis
Thursday February 25, 2016 Day 5
We still have a couple spots left in the Heart & Sole program for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade girls. For more information,
check out our website at http://mahoney.spsd.org/heart--sole.html
7th and 8th graders, the deadline to apply for the Spring ROLE program is tomorrow! See Mr. Donaldson for more information.
Boys, the 3rd floor bathroom is not being taken care of and used appropriately. Mark, our Custodian, has been very nice about cleaning up, but he shouldn’t have to deal with the messes he is finding up there. Yesterday was much better. Thank you for taking care of that space.
A small change purse was found in the 6th grade hall. If it is yours, please see Mrs. Beardsley in the main office.
Sports
Interested in joining the swimming or track team? Stop by the main office and we can help you get involved!
MUSIC NOTES:
All Band musicians; a concert notice has been passed out to you; please be aware of the return date and the date of our March concert!
Performance Jazz will rehearse Friday morning until 7:40 a.m.
For Mrs. Barry’s Friday classes, all students need to bring instruments and materials. You are playing. Bring instruments home for the weekend to continue your practice homework!
All 7th and 8th Grade Honors students are reminded of dismissal for the festival at 7:45 a.m. Friday morning. Remember your instruments, music, water and money! Backpacks and iPads can stay at school.
Next Week; 6th Grade Honors Band will rehearse Monday and Tuesday after school at 2:15 p.m.
Quote of the Day: “Don’t raise your voice, improve your argument.” anonymous
Question of the Day: Freckles or Dimples
Birthdays: Happy Birthday to Liam Flaherty, Nick Popp, and Chris Popp
Wednesday February 24, 2016 Day 4
Drama Club will meet today 2:30 - 3:15
The Green Team meeting will meet today after school in Room 108 with Mrs. Pitt. New members welcome!
Skiers and Riders - Thank you for an awesome last trip to Shawnee Peak last night. You looked out for each other and represented Mahoney well. Multiple Shawnee Peak employees shared that they wish more school groups acted and interacted like Mahoney students and chaperones. Thank you for a great season!
We still have a couple spots left in the Heart & Sole program for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade girls. For more information,
check out our website at http://mahoney.spsd.org/heart--sole.html
7th and 8th graders, the deadline to apply for the Spring ROLE program is this Friday, February 26th. See Mr. Donaldson for more information.
Boys, the 3rd floor bathroom is not being taken care of and used appropriately. Mark, our Custodian, has been very nice about cleaning up, but he shouldn’t have to deal with the messes he is finding up there. Please make sure all garbage gets in the trash!
Sports
Track and swimming athletes, thank you for bringing in all your paperwork and for getting the season off to a great start. We are happy so many of you are getting involved this season!
MUSIC NOTES:
All Band musicians; a concert notice has been passed out to you; please be aware of the return date and the date of our March concert!
There will be 7th and 8th Grade honors festival CHORUS rehearsal for Altos after school on Wednesday. These rehearsals are very important to prepare for Friday's festival!
Quote of the Day: “Champions keep playing until they get it right.” ― Billie Jean King
Question of the Day: Whistle or Hum?
Birthdays: Happy Birthday to Zoey Flock and Truly Chillemi
Tuesday February 23, 2016 Day Three
Please put your recycling out today before 11:00.
Our next Green Team meeting will be Wednesday, February 24th after school in Room 108 with Mrs. Pitt. New members welcome!
Civil Rights Team Members - We are co-hosting the dance this Friday with JMG and need parent chaperones, food donations, help setting up and decorating, and quotes to share. If you are willing to help, please sign up in the main office!
If you are you a 6th, 7th, or 8th grade girl, then Heart & Sole could be the perfect opportunity for you to get active and get connected this spring. For more information and to register, go to the Mahoney website, look under ‘important links’ and go to the Heart & Sole page. http://mahoney.spsd.org/heart--sole.html
The deadline to apply for the Spring ROLE program is this Friday, 2.26. See Mr. Donaldson for more information.
Sports
MUSIC NOTES:
All Band musicians; a concert notice has been passed out to you; please be aware of the return date and the date of our March concert!
There will be 7th and 8th Grade honors festival CHORUS rehearsal for Altos after school on Wednesday. These rehearsals are very important to prepare for Friday's festival!
Quote of the Day: “Every accomplishment starts with the decision to try.” unknown
Question of the Day: PlayStation or XBox?
Birthdays: Happy Birthday to Thomas Wilson
Monday February 22, 2016 Day 2
Our next Green Team meeting will be Wednesday, February 24th after school in Room 108 with Mrs. Pitt. New members welcome!
Civil Rights Team Members - We are cohosting the dance this Friday with JMG and need parent chaperones, food donations, help setting up and decorating, and quotes to share. If you are willing to help, please sign up in the main office!
If you are you a 6th, 7th, or 8th grade girl, then Heart & Sole could be the perfect opportunity for you to get active and get connected this spring. For more information and to register, go to the Mahoney website, look under ‘important links’ and go to the Heart & Sole page. http://mahoney.spsd.org/heart--sole.html
Applications are now being accepted for the Spring ROLE program. The deadline to apply is this Friday, 2.26. See Mr. Donaldson for more information.
Sports
Track and Swimming will start today. Be sure to get your paperwork in and be ready to start your season!
Swimmers, your bus will leave at 2:30 to go to the pool! Be outside BEFORE then to make sure you get on the bus. And know that a bus will bring you back to Mahoney! You can either then walk home or have a parent here at approximately 4:20 to pick you up.
MUSIC NOTES:
All Band musicians; a concert notice has been passed out to you; please be aware of the return date and the date of our March concert!
There will be 7th and 8th Grade honors festival CHORUS rehearsal on Monday for Sopranos and Baritones. Altos will rehearse after school on Wednesday. These rehearsals are very important to prepare for Friday's festival!
Quote of the Day: “How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world.” Anne Frank
Question of the Day: Moon or Stars?
Birthdays: Happy Birthday to our first president, George Washington and basketball player, Julius Erving. No Mahoney Birthdays today!
Friday February 12, 2016 Day 1
Our next Green Team meeting will be Wednesday, February 24th after school in Room 108 with Mrs. Pitt. New members welcome!
Thank you to all 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students for being respectful and supportive during our Recognition Assemblies yesterday. It was great to stop and celebrate some of the outstanding work and accomplishments from the first semester. We look forward to many more reasons to celebrate with all of you during the second semester!
If you are you a 6th, 7th, or 8th grade girl, then Heart & Sole could be the perfect opportunity for you to get active and get connected this spring. For more information and to register, go to the Mahoney website, look under ‘important links’ and go to the Heart & Sole page. http://mahoney.spsd.org/heart--sole.html
Applications are now being accepted for the Spring ROLE program. See Mr. Donaldson for more information.
Sports
Track and Swimming will start the Monday after vacation. Be sure to get your paperwork in and be ready to start your season!
All Band musicians; a concert notice has been passed out to you; please be aware of the return date and the date of our March concert!
MUSIC NOTES:
Beginner Band will NOT meet today.
The instrument repair man will be here today at 1 p.m. Get your instrument to 201 before then!
7th and 8th Honors Band will practice today after school.
Performance Jazz will rehearse Tuesday and Friday mornings this week.
6th Honors Band will practice Wednesday before school.
Training Jazz will rehearse Thursday before school.
All band members are reminded of the concert notice due back by this Friday, February 27th.
The 7th and 8th Honors music festival is this Friday and Saturday. Musicians, please check in with your teachers today!
Quote of the Day: Why fit in when you were born to STAND OUT? -Dr. Seuss
Question of the Day: nachos or french fries
Birthdays: Happy Birthday to Maggie Cole. Happy early birthday to Maddie Drolet, Garon Kelley, Jasmine Cox, Matt Crosby, Cynthia Cook, and Valya Jacoby-Roberts.
Thursday February 11, 2016 Day 6
Recognition Assemblies Today: 7th Grade at 8 am, 6th Grade at 9 am, and 8th Grade at 10 am.
If you are you a 6th, 7th, or 8th grade girl, then Heart & Sole could be the perfect opportunity for you to get active and get connected this spring. For more information and to register, go to the Mahoney website, look under ‘important links’ and go to the Heart & Sole page. http://mahoney.spsd.org/heart--sole.html
Applications are now being accepted for the Spring ROLE program. See Mr. Donaldson for more information.
Sports
Thank you to all students who attended the Swimming and Indoor Track Meetings yesterday. If you missed the meeting for any reason, please swing by the main office to get the information that was shared!
MUSIC NOTES:
Congratulations to the Mahoney Jazz Band for an outstanding performance at the district jazz festival yesterday! The group earned the high rating of a “One”! Max Jones, 8th grade tenor sax, earned a ONE for his solo, and all members worked in a collaborative and creative manner during their performance. Thank you students for a wonderful day--and yes, we are rehearsing Friday!
Performance Jazz will rehearse again Friday mornings this week.
6th Honors Band will practice Thursday after school this week.
All Band musicians; a concert notice has been passed out to you; please be aware of the return date and the date of our March concert!
CHORUS NOTES:
There will be an optional 7th and 8th Grade Honors Chorus rehearsal today from 2:15-3:15. If you have missed any of our rehearsals I strongly suggest you attend!
Quote of the Day: “No matter how you feel. get up, dress up, and show up.” unknown
Question of the Day: February or April?
Birthdays: No Birthdays Today.
Wednesday February 10, 2016 Day 5
If you are you a 6th, 7th, or 8th grade girl, then Heart & Sole could be the perfect opportunity for you to get active and get connected this spring. For more information and to register, go to the Mahoney website, look under ‘important links’ and go to the Heart & Sole page. http://mahoney.spsd.org/heart--sole.html
Today grades 7 and 8 have Intervention Workshop. Teachers please draft those students you feel could benefit from time with you today. Students, you can self-draft with a teacher you feel can help you if they have the space!
Applications are now being accepted for the Spring ROLE program. See Mr. Donaldson for more information.
Sports
Thank you to all students who attended the Swimming and Indoor Track Meetings yesterday. If you missed the meeting for any reason, please swing by the main office to get the information that was shared!
MUSIC NOTES:
Performance Jazz will rehearse again Friday mornings this week. The district jazz festival is today-Wednesday-best of luck to you!
Training Jazz will rehearse Thursday morning this week.
6th Honors Band will practice Thursday after school this week.
All Band musicians; a concert notice has been passed out to you; please be aware of the return date and the date of our March concert!
DRAMA CLUB: Try-outs today in the auditorium 2:15-3:30
CHORUS NOTES:
There will be an optional 7th and 8th Grade Honors Chorus rehearsal on Thursday this week from 2:15-3:15. If you have missed any of our rehearsals I strongly suggest you attend!
Quote of the Day: “Stop doubting yourself. Work hard and make it happen!”
Question of the Day: Finding Nemo or Shrek?
Birthdays: No Birthdays Today.
Tuesday, February 9, Day 4
Student Recognition
Heart & Sole Registration is open for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade girls! To register, go to the Mahoney website, look under ‘important links’ and go to the Heart & Sole page. http://mahoney.spsd.org/heart--sole.html
Applications are now being accepted for the Spring ROLE program. See Mr. Donaldson for more information.
MUSIC NOTES:
Performance Jazz will rehearse again Friday mornings this week. The district jazz festival is tomorrow-Wednesday-best of luck to you!
Training Jazz will rehearse Thursday morning this week.
6th Honors Band will practice Thursday after school this week.
All Band musicians; a concert notice has been passed out to you; please be aware of the return date and the date of our March concert!
CHORUS NOTES:
6th Grade honors chorus will meet TODAY (Tuesday) from 2:15-3PM. Please try your best to make rehearsal!
There will be an optional 7th and 8th Grade Honors Chorus rehearsal on Thursday this week from 2:15-3:15. If you have missed any of our rehearsals I strongly suggest you attend!
Sports
The indoor track coaches will be meeting Tuesday after school in the gym with all students interested in participating.
The swimming coaches will be meeting today after school in the cafeteria with all students interested in participating.
Quote of the Day: “Every morning starts a new page in your story. Make it a great one today.” unknown
Question of the Day: Guitar or Piano?
Birthdays: Happy Birthday to Callie Jennings!
Monday, February 8, Day 3
Heart & Sole Registration is open for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade girls! To register, go to the Mahoney website, look under ‘important links’ and go to the Heart & Sole page. http://mahoney.spsd.org/heart--sole.html
Applications are now being accepted for the Spring ROLE program. See Mr. Donaldson for more information.
MUSIC NOTES:
Beginner Band will NOT meet today. Get those instruments home for vacation!
The instrument repair man will be here at 1:00 p.m. today. Instruments need to be in room 201 before then.
7th and 8th Honors Band will practice today after school until 3:07 p.m.
Performance Jazz will rehearse Tuesday and Friday mornings this week. The district jazz festival is tomorrow--best of luck to you!
Training Jazz will rehearse Thursday morning this week.
6th Honors Band will practice Thursday after school this week.
All Band musicians; a concert notice has been passed out to you; please be aware of the return date and the date of our March concert!
CHORUS NOTES:
6th Grade honors chorus will meet TOMORROW (Tuesday) from 2:15-3PM. Please try your best to make rehearsal!
There will be an optional 7th and 8th Grade Honors Chorus rehearsal on Thursday this week from 2:15-3:15. If you have missed any of our rehearsals I strongly suggest you attend!
Sports
Student athletes, rest your bodies and do your schoolwork so you are prepared for Indoor Track and Swimming to start after vacation. Stay tuned for information about coaches meetings next week.
The indoor track coaches will be meeting Tuesday after school in the gym with all students interested in participating.
Quote of the Day: "I'm no longer accepting the things I cannot change...I'm changing the things I cannot accept." -Angela Davis
Question of the Day: Broncos or Panthers?
Birthdays: Happy Birthday to Jalen Wise. Happy belated birthday to Allie Richards and Humberto Anzures.
Friday, February 5, Day 3
SNOW DAY!
Would the student who reported his iPhone missing yesterday, please come to the main office.
Heart & Sole Registration is open for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade girls! To register, go to the Mahoney website, look under ‘important links’ and go to the Heart & Sole page. http://mahoney.spsd.org/heart--sole.html
Applications are now being accepted for the Spring ROLE program. See Mr. Donaldson for more information.
The Civil Rights Team will meet Monday at 7 if you’re hungry, by 7:15 otherwise!
This afternoon we have Intervention Workshop for 6th and 7th graders. Please talk to a teacher ahead of time if you would like to be drafted to work with them!
MUSIC NOTES:
Sports
Student athletes, rest your bodies and do your schoolwork so you are prepared for Indoor Track and Swimming to start after vacation. Stay tuned for information about coaches meetings next week.
Quote of the Day:
Question of the Day:
Birthdays:
Thursday, February 4, Day 2
Ski/Snowboard members your honors chorus rehearsal will be at 7:20 on Thursday, please be on time.
Would the student who reported his iPhone missing yesterday, please come to the main office
Heart & Sole Registration is open for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade girls! To register, go to the Mahoney website, look under ‘important links’ and go to the Heart & Sole page. http://mahoney.spsd.org/heart--sole.html
Yesterday Rippleffect Winter ROLE participants volunteered at Preble Street Resource Center and graduated in the Mahoney Library to complete their program. Congratulations to all participants. You should be proud of your accomplishment!
Applications are now being accepted for the Spring ROLE program. See Mr. Donaldson for more information.
MUSIC NOTES:
Performance Jazz rehearses Friday mornings this week; District Jazz is next week!
Sports
Student athletes, rest your bodies and do your schoolwork so you are prepared for Indoor Track and Swimming to start after vacation. Stay tuned for information about coaches meetings next week.
Quote of the Day: “I’m not concerned with you liking or disliking me. All I ask is that you respect me as a human being.” -Jackie Robinson
Question of the Day: Noise or Silence?
Birthdays: no birthdays today
Wednesday, February 3, Day 1
Ski/Snowboard members your honors chorus rehearsal will be at 7:20 on Thursday, please be on time.
The Drama Club will meet today 2:30 - 3:00 in the auditorium.
Would the student who reported his iPhone missing yesterday, please come to the main office
Heart & Sole Registration opens today at noon for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade girls. To register, go to http://mahoney.spsd.org/heart--sole.html
Rippleffect ROLE participants will be volunteering this afternoon after school at Preble Street Resource Center and graduating at 5pm in the Mahoney Library!
MUSIC NOTES:
Performance Jazz rehearses Friday mornings this week; District Jazz is next week!
7 and 8 Honors Band will rehearse Wednesday after school this week.
Training Jazz rehearses Thursday morning this week.
6th Grade Band will have yearbook pictures taken tomorrow. Please wear a solid, colored shirt. The full chorus and 6th, 7th and 8th grade honors band and chorus will have their pictures taken as well. Pictures will take place during period 7 rehearsal.
Sports
Indoor Track and Swimming will begin after February vacation. Coaches will be here next week to answer any questions you have about track or swimming. Student athletes, make sure you have good HOW scores and will be eligible to participate when the season begins.
Quote of the Day: Whether you think you can or think you can’t, you’re right. unknown
Question of the Day: Saver or Spender?
Birthdays: Cierra Rowe
Tuesday February 2, 2016 Day 6
Today is a 6th and 7th Grade chorus day during workshop. Chorus meets in the cafeteria this semester!
There is 7th and 8th grade honors chorus rehearsal after school today in room 205. Ski/Snowboard members your honors chorus rehearsal will be at 7:20 on Thursday, please be on time.
Recycling is happening today. Please put your bins in the hallway. Thank you.
Anyone interested in ordering Mahoney Gear, your order form must be in today!
6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Girls - Staci Olson from Girls on the Run will be visiting today to talk about a new program at Mahoney called Heart and Sole. Registration for this exciting new opportunity starts Wednesday. See Ms. Bernad, Ms. Gurnee, or Mr. Donaldson if you have any questions.
Skiers and Riders are headed to Shawnee Peak again this afternoon. Please meet in Room 114 as soon as possible after school so we can figure out who is here so we can get on the road as soon as possible!
MUSIC NOTES:
Performance Jazz rehearses Friday mornings this week; District Jazz is next week!
7 and 8 Honors Band will rehearse Wednesday after school this week.
Training Jazz rehearses Thursday morning this week.
Sports
Indoor Track and Swimming will begin after February vacation. Coaches will be here next week to answer any questions you have about track or swimming. Student athletes, make sure you have good HOW scores and will be eligible to participate when the season begins.
Quote of the Day: “Getting over a painful experience is much like crossing monkey bars. You have to let go in order to move forward.” C.S.Lewis
Question of the Day: Laptop or Tablet?
Birthdays: Abigail Dresser
Monday February 1, 2016 Day 5
Mahoney Thank You Winners from last week: Kelsey S, Margo F, Brook S, Lucy H , Liam F, and Mallory G.
Anyone interested in ordering Mahoney Gear…...which now includes a hooded sweatshirt, please pick up an order form in the main office! Orders will be collected until Feb. 2.
6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Girls - Staci Olson from Girls on the Run will be visiting Tuesday to talk about a new program at Mahoney called Heart and Sole. Registration for this exciting new opportunity starts Wednesday. See Ms. Bernad, Ms. Gurnee, or Mr. Donaldson if you have any questions.
MUSIC NOTES:
The instrument repair man will be here today at 1:00. Please have your instrument in room 201 before this time.
Beginner Band meets today after school.
Performance Jazz rehearses Tuesday and Friday mornings this week; District Jazz is next week!
7 and 8 Honors Band will rehearse Wednesday after school this week.
Training Jazz rehearses Thursday morning this week.
Sports
Indoor Track and Swimming will begin after February vacation. Coaches will be here next week to answer any questions you have about track or swimming. Student athletes, make sure you have good HOW scores and will be eligible to participate when the season begins.
Quote of the Day: “Don't wait for other people to be loving, giving, compassionate, grateful, forgiving, generous, or friendly... lead the way!" -- Steve Maraboli
Question of the Day: Red Sox or Yankees?
Birthdays: none today.
Friday, January 29, 2016 Day 4
The library will be closed during workshop today
Anyone interested in ordering Mahoney Gear…...which now includes a hooded sweatshirt, please pick up an order form in the main office! Orders will be collected until Feb. 2.
There is a dance tonight from 6 - 8 p.m. The cost is $6.00. The theme is NEON - so think color, bright and light in the midst of winter!! We hope to see all 6th, 7th, and 8th graders there. Wear NEON!!!
MUSIC NOTES:
The instrument repair man will be here today at 1:00. Please have your instrument in room 201 before this time.
Beginner Band meets today after school.
Performance Jazz rehearses Tuesday and Friday mornings this week; District Jazz is next week!
7 and 8 Honors Band will rehearse Wednesday after school this week.
Training Jazz rehearses Thursday morning this week.
Sports
Indoor Track and Swimming will begin after February vacation. Student athletes, make sure you have good HOW scores and will be eligible to participate when the season begins.
Quote of the Day: “Don't wait for other people to be loving, giving, compassionate, grateful, forgiving, generous, or friendly... lead the way!"
-- Steve Maraboli
Question of the Day: Honey Mustard or BBQ
Birthdays: Happy early Birthday to Jordyn Hulsey and Boston McDonough!
Thursday, January 28, 2016 Day Three
Anyone interested in ordering Mahoney Gear…...which now includes a hooded sweatshirt, please pick up an order form in the main office! Orders will be collected until Feb. 2.
There is a dance this Friday from 6 - 8 p.m. The cost is $6.00. The theme is NEON - so think color, bright and light in the midst of winter!! We hope to see all 6th, 7th, and 8th graders there. Wear NEON!!!
MUSIC NOTES:
The 6th Grade Honors chorus will rehearse from 2:15 - 3:00 on Friday.
Performance Jazz will rehearse today after school until 3:30 AND Friday morning this week.
The next meeting of the SP Music Boosters is tonight in the HS Learning Commons. The meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. and all parents are invited to attend.
Sports
Indoor Track and Swimming will begin after February vacation. Student athletes, make sure you have good HOW scores and will be eligible to participate when the season begins.
Quote of the Day: “Reach for it. Push yourself as far as you can.” -Christa McAuliffe
Question of the Day: Fudge or Caramel?
Birthdays: None today.
Wednesday January 27, 2016 Day 2
CONGRATULATIONS!! The AG Math students attended the Southern Maine elementary math league competition and brought home the First Place trophy from yesterday’s Math Meet!! Job well done!!
Rippleffect is happening today from 1:35-4. Participants, please get to Room 114 as close to 1:35 as possible!
Anyone interested in ordering Mahoney Gear…...which now includes a hooded sweatshirt, please pick up an order form in the main office! Orders will be collected until Feb. 2.
The Drama Club will meet this afternoon at 2:30 in the auditorium.
There is a dance this Friday from 6 - 8 p.m. The cost is $6.00. The theme is NEON - so think color, bright and light in the midst of winter!! We hope to see all 6th, 7th, and 8th graders there. Wear NEON!!!
Green Club Meeting today Jan 27th, end of the day in room 108 with Mrs. Pitt.
It's trout time!
The Yearbook Club will not be meeting today. The next meeting will be announced at a later date.
MUSIC NOTES:
The 6th Grade Honors chorus will rehearse from 2:15 - 3:00 on Friday.
Performance Jazz rehearse Friday morning this week; please confirm with Mrs. Barry about our Thursday afternoon rehearsal.
Training Jazz will rehearse Thursday morning this week.
The next meeting of the SP Music Boosters is this Thursday night, January 28 in the HS Learning Commons. The meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. and all parents are invited to attend.
Sports
The 8th grade boys finished their season Monday night with a strong win over Westbrook by a score 45-31. they took the lead early in the 1st quarter and never surrendered it again. The boys played strong team defense the whole game. It was a great finish to a fun season. Great job Boys!
Indoor Track will begin after February vacation. Student athletes, make sure you have good HOW grades and will be eligible to participate when the season begins.
Quote of the Day: “ We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them.” unknown
Question of the Day: Ferris Wheel or Roller Coaster?
Birthdays: No birthdays today.
Tuesday January 26, 2016 Day 1
Anyone interested in ordering Mahoney Gear…...which now includes a hooded sweatshirt, please pick up an order form in the main office!
The Drama Club will meet this afternoon at 2:30 in the auditorium.
There is a dance this Friday from 6 - 8 p.m. The cost is $6.00. The theme is NEON - so think color, bright and light in the midst of winter!! We hope to see all 6th, 7th, and 8th graders there. Wear NEON!!!
Green Club Meeting Wednesday, Jan 27th, end of the day in room 108 with Mrs. Pitt.
It's trout time!
The yearbook club will NOT meet today after school. You will meet tomorrow, Wednesday, in Mr. P’s room after school.
Recycling today..please place bins in the hallway
MUSIC NOTES:
The 7th and 8th Grade honors chorus will meet Wednesday after school from 2:15-3:00pm. Drama students who are in 7th and 8th Grade honors may attend at 7:20 am instead! See you then!
Performance Jazz rehearse Tuesday and Friday mornings this week; please confirm with Mrs. Barry about our Thursday afternoon rehearsal.
7th and 8th Honors Band will practice today after school this week.
Training Jazz will rehearse Thursday morning this week.
The next meeting of the SP Music Boosters is this Thursday night, January 28 in the HS Learning Commons. The meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. and all parents are invited to attend.
Sports
The 7th grade girls' basketball team defeated Westbrook 39-23. Fiona Stawarz was high scorer with 13 pts followed by Maria Degifico with 10 pts, Cora Boothby-Akilo with 8 pts and Allie Hanlon with 6 pts. Jaslyn Goode and Sam Hillier played well at both ends of the court. Great season girls!!
The 8th girls concluded their season with a loss to Westbrook 24-23. Taylor Maxwell had 9 points and Izzy Penny had 8 points. Good job on a great season.
A friendly reminder that hats are not to be worn in the building.
Calls - MR. Donaldson
Quote of the Day: “Weird is just a side effect of being awesome” Bill Murray
Question of the Day: Scary or Comedy
Birthdays: Paulos Zeleke
Monday January 25, 2016 Day 6
6th Grade is sponsoring a dance this Friday from 6 - 8 p.m. The cost is $6.00. The theme is NEON - so think color, bright and light in the midst of winter!! We hope to see you there!
Ski & Snowboard Club will head back to Shawnee Peak Tuesday January 26th. Remember to bring your gear to school and be on time to school Tuesday and Wednesday to be able to participate!
MUSIC NOTES:
The 6th Grade honors chorus will meet Monday after school from 2:15-3:00pm. The 7th and 8th Grade honors chorus will meet Wednesday after school from 2:15-3:00pm. Drama students who are in 7th and 8th Grade honors may attend at 7:20 am instead! See you then!
The instrument repair man will be here today at 1:00 p.m. There are a lot of instruments that need attention. Please get your instrument to 201 before 1 p.m.!
6th Honors Band members please see Mrs. Barry this afternoon.
Beginner Band will meet today, but only until 2:40 p.m.
Performance Jazz rehearse Tuesday and Friday mornings this week; please confirm with Mrs. Barry about our Thursday afternoon rehearsal.
7th and 8th Honors Band will practice Tuesday after school this week.
Training Jazz will rehearse Thursday morning this week.
The next meeting of the SP Music Boosters is this Thursday night, January 28 in the HS Learning Commons. The meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. and all parents are invited to attend.
Sports
The 7th grade girls came back in the second half to defeat Memorial 54-36. Maria Degifico was game high scorer with 17 pts followed by Fiona Stawarz with 14 pts, Allie Hanlon with 13 pts and Julia Loring with 8 pts. Great team effort!
Games Monday
7th Boys @ Westbrook 3:30 8th Boys @ Westbrook 4:45
7th Girls vs Westbrook 3:30 8th Girls vs Westbrook 4:45
7th Grade boys will be dismissed at 2 for pictures. Please wait for the announcement. Thank you!
A friendly reminder that hats are not to be worn in the building.
Quote of the Day: “Begin each day with a grateful heart”
Question of the Day: Snakes or Sharks?
Birthdays: None today
Friday January 22, 2016 Day 5
The Civil Rights Team will meet next Monday, January 25th. Please be here by 7:15 so we get to work!
Our composting efforts are making a huge difference in the amount we are throwing away each day. Remember that we are recycling in the cafeteria as well, and any organizing you can do before you leave your table will help make the recycling and composting go even smoother. Thank you!
7th and 8th graders have Intervention Workshop this afternoon. Ask a teacher to be drafted if you need/want to work with them.
Ski & Snowboard Club will head back to Shawnee Peak Tuesday January 26th. Remember to bring your gear to school and be on time to school Tuesday and Wednesday to be able to participate!
Sports
The 7th girls' basketball team lost to Gorham 43-33. Allie Hanlon led scoring with 15 pts while Maria Degifico, Cora Boothby-Akilo and Fiona Stawarz each had 6 pts.
The 8th grade girls were victorious over gorham 23-21. Great all around team performance by the girls. Taylor Maxwell and Poni Lako each had 6 points.
The 8th Grade boys had a tough one last night in Gorham. They will look to rebound tomorrow against Memorial.
Basketball Pictures will be Monday at 2:15 for boys and 2:30 for girls. Please bring your uniforms to school and be ready to take pictures right after school.
Final Basketball Practices are today!
7th Boys 2:30-3:45, 8th Girls 3:45-5, 7th Girls 5-6:15, 8th Boys 6:15-7:30
Games Saturday at the High School - 7th Boys 9am, 7th Girls 10:15am, 8th Boys 11:30am, and 8th Girls 12:45pm
Games Monday
7th Boys @ Westbrook 3:30 8th Boys @ Westbrook 4:45
7th Girls vs Westbrook 3:30 8th Girls vs Westbrook 4:45
Quote of the Day: “You can do anything, but not everything.”
Question of the Day: Inside or Outside?
Happy Birthday: Happy Birthday to Anna Malone, Jaelee Saint Paulin, and Wilmaly Lopez. Happy early Birthday to Julia Loring.
Thursday January 21, 2016 Day 4
The Civil Rights Team will meet next Monday, January 25th. Please be here by 7:15 so we get to work!
Our composting efforts are making a huge difference in the amount we are throwing away each day. Remember that we are recycling in the cafeteria as well, and any organizing you can do before you leave your table will help make the recycling and composting go even smoother. Thank you!
Sports - Basketball Games Today
7th Girls vs Gorham 3:30
8th Girls vs Gorham 4:45
7th Boys @ Gorham 3:30
8th Boys @ Gorham 4:45
Quote of the Day: “Every mistake you Make is progress.”
Question of the Day: Ketchup or Mustard?
Happy Birthday: No birthdays today!
Wednesday January 20, 2016 Day 3
Drama Club will meet today - 2:30 - 3:15
Music:
7th and 8th grade honors band will practice today after school.
Training Jazz will rehearse tomorrow morning at 7:15 a.m. Sign in first!
Performance Jazz will rehearse Friday morning at 7:15 a.m. Sign in first!
Sports
The Boys lost to a very strong Bonney Eagle team yesterday despite staging another 20 point comeback. Great effort again by the team as they continue to improve. Calvin and Jacob Flaherty both had solid performances and Juwuan Teel led the team in scoring with 17 points.
The 7th grade girls' basketball team defeated Bonny Eagle 47-31. Allie Hanlon led scoring with 24 pts followed by Maria Degifico with 10 pts and Julia Loring with 9 pts. Good work girls!!
The 8th grade girls loss to Bonny Eagle 35-27. Izzy Penny scored 7 points. Next game is Thursday at home against Gorham. Come support the 8th grade girls. Game time is 4:45pm.
The 7th grade boys lost another heartbreaker by 1 point. The team continues to play hard and should hopefully continue to improve and get ready for their next game tomorrow!
Basketball Schedule for today:
7th Boys 2:30 - 3:45
8th Girls 3:45 - 5:00
7th Girls 5:00 - 6:15
8th Boys 6:15 - 7:30
Quote of the Day: “It’s easy to make a buck. It’s a lot tougher to make a difference.” Tom Brokaw
Question of the Day: Stripes or Solids?
Happy Birthday: No birthdays today!
Tuesday January 19, 2016 Day 2
Anyone interested in earning a little money shoveling snow, please stop by the office to see Mrs. Beardsley for more information.
Ski & Snowboard Club is not going to Shawnee Peak this afternoon. Sorry for the confusion. Our next trip is a week from today, January 26th!
Music
Sports
Basketball Games today:
7th Girls @Bonny Eagle 3:30
8th Girls @ Bonny Eagle 4:45
7th Boys vs Bonny Eagle 3:30
8th Boys vs Bonny Eagle 4:45
Quote of the Day: “Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.” Martin Luther King Jr.
Question of the Day: Skittles or Starburst
Happy Birthday: Happy birthday to Sarah and Abigail Brown
Friday January 15, 2016 Day 1
Anyone interested in earning a little money shoveling snow, please stop by the office to see Mrs. Beardsley for more information.
Singers, you were incredible last night at your concert at the High School. The show was standing room only, and we couldn’t be more proud of all of you for putting in the effort and practice to perform your best.
We have a three day weekend coming up to observe Martin Luther King Day on Monday. Many people volunteer on Monday to honor the legacy of MLK. Please take advantage of the extra day to sleep and take care of yourselves!
Sports
The 7th grade girls' basketball team defeated Lincoln 44-32. Fiona Stawarz led scoring with 12 pts followed by Cora Boothby-Akilo with 10 pts , Allie Hanlon with 8 pts, and Zoe Collins with 4 pts. Maria Degifico and Evelyn Selser did well defensively. Great team effort!
The 8th grade girls battled to the end losing to Lincoln 30-25. Everyone contributed to a great defensive game keeping all Lincoln players to single digits in scoring. Allie Hanlon and Anna Folley provided the scoring with 11 and 8 points respectively.
8th grade boys lost to Lincoln by a score of 58-53. They battled back hard after being down by 20 at one point, but there just wasn't enough time left to finish the comeback. But make no mistake, they would have. Ben Hoyt had his best game defensively for the Raiders and also chipped in 6 points in the 2nd half.
Basketball Schedule for today:
8th grade Boys 2:30 - 3:45
7th & 8th grade Girls - 3:45 - 5:00
Music News:
7 and 8 Honors band members please see Mrs. Barry today.
7th grade band members please report to your period 3 workshop today during period 7.
Quote of the Day: “Respect is a two way street, if you want to get it, you’ve got to give it.” R.G.Risch
Question of the Day: Jello or Pudding?
Happy Birthday: Happy early birthday to Trent Olivier! Saturday
Thursday January 14, 2016 Day 6
Anyone interested in earning a little money shoveling snow for a neighbor on Bay Road, please stop by the office to see Mrs. Beardsley for more information.
The 6-12 chorus concert is tonight at the high school starting at 7pm. Faculty, students, and families are invited to hear this performance tonight! Good luck singers.
Basketball Schedule for today:
7th grade Boys vs Lincoln 3:30
8th grade Boys vs Lincoln 4:45
7th grade Girls @ Lincoln 3:30
8th grade Girls @ Lincoln 4:45
Sign-Ups are still available outside the main office for Swimming and Indoor Track. All 6th, 7th, and 8th grade boys and girls are eligible for these teams. You need a signed contract and valid physical to participate.
Quote of the Day: “Differences were not meant to divide but to enrich.” J.H.Oldham
Question of the Day: Early bird or night owl?
Happy Birthday: Happy birthday to Alice and Jane Bonnevie-Rothrock
Wednesday January 13, 2016 Day 5
All JMG students are to go to their alternate related arts class today.
RIpple 12:15-2:45
½ day.
Skiers and Riders - Thank you for a great first night on the mountain. You looked out for each other and had fun at Shawnee Peak. Awesome. Thank you for showing up on time today so you can go to the mountain on our next trip!
Basketball Schedule for today:
Skills and Drills 2-30 - 3:15
7th grade Boys 3:15-4:15
8th grade Girls 4:15-5:15
7th grade Girls 4:30-5:45
(girls overlap for scrimmage)
8th grade Boys 5:45-6:45
Sign-Ups are still available outside the main office for Swimming and Indoor Track. All 6th, 7th, and 8th grade boys and girls are eligible for these teams. You need a signed contract and valid physical to participate.
Quote of the Day: “Where there’s life, there’s hope.”
Question of the Day: black and white or color
Happy Birthday: Happy birthday to
Tuesday January 12, 2016 Day 4
Reminder to Students who walk to and from school. We are fortunate to have a crossing guard on most days in order to help you cross our busy intersection safely and to help you to follow the pedestrian laws designed to keep you safe. We had a few scary near misses on Friday afternoon, with students crossing Broadway unsafely in front of cars. Please, please, please be careful when crossing busy city streets by our school.
Music News
Sports
Tuesday night the high school basketball teams will be raising money for cancer research at their home games. The girls play McAuley at 6:30 and the boys play Scarborough at 8. $1 from each ticket will be donated. Fans are being asked to wear white, so it can be a “white out”. Go support the high school basketball teams and and a great cause!
Basketball News
The 7th grade girls defeated Memorial 53-26. Fiona Stawarz led scoring with 16 pts while Maria Degifico, Cora Boothby-Akilo and Allie Hanlon each scored 10 pts. Julia Loring and Sam Hillier provided good help on both ends of the court. Great job girls!
The 8th grade girls lost a tough game to Memorial 60-19. Taylor Maxwell contributed 9 points.
The 7th grade boys lost a heartbreaker to cross town rival Memorial yesterday by 1. Highlight of the game was Fisher Bourassa’s 3 pointer as time expired at end of the 3rd quarter.
The 8th grade boys lost by 1 point to Memorial in what was probably the boys best played game of the season. They played together, they played gritty and most importantly they never gave up for even one single second. Outstanding team defense by every member of the team. Juwuan Teel had a game for the ages, he rebounded and defended better than any player on the court and he led all scorers with 35 points! Very well done boys!
Basketball Practice Schedule Today
Skills Session 2:30-3:15
7th Boys 3:15-4:30
8th Girls 5:30-6:30
8th Boys 6:30-7:30
7th Girls-NO Practice Today
Sign-Ups are still available outside the main office for Swimming and Indoor Track. All 6th, 7th, and 8th grade boys and girls are eligible for these teams. You need a signed contract and valid physical to participate.
Quote of the Day: “It’s important to make someone happy, and it’s important to start with yourself.” unknown
Question of the Day: Dog or Cat?
Happy Birthday: Happy birthday to
Monday January 11, 2016 Day 3
Reminder to Students who walk to and from school. We are fortunate to have a crossing guard on most days in order to help you cross our busy intersection safely and to help you to follow the pedestrian laws designed to keep you safe. We had a few scary near misses on Friday afternoon, with students crossing Broadway unsafely in front of cars. Please, please, please be careful when crossing busy city streets by our school.
The Library will be closed today
Composting Update!
The week before winter break we averaged about 74 pounds of garbage created during lunch in the cafeteria. Last Tuesday through Friday we averaged less than 14 pounds of garbage created during lunch in the cafeteria per day. That’s about 60 pounds of waste that is being composted or recycled each day. Let’s keep it up this week!
Ski & Snowboard Club will start this Tuesday, January 12th! Please bring your equipment to school in the morning and take it to Room 114 to be stored safely for the day. All skiers and Riders will change into ski clothes and meet in room 114 before getting on the bus at 2:30.
Today is intervention workshop for 6th & 7th graders. Students, if you need help from a teacher, ask to be drafted!
Sports
Tuesday night the high school basketball teams will be raising money for cancer research at their home games. The girls play McAuley at 6:30 and the boys play Scarborough at 8. $1 from each ticket will be donated. Fans are being asked to wear white, so it can be a “white out”. Go support the high school basketball teams and and a great cause!
Basketball News
The 7th grade girls' team defeated Scarborough 40-20 on Friday. Fiona Stawarz led scoring with 12 points followed by Allie Hanlon with 10 pts, Julia Loring with 7 pts and Maria Degifico with 5 pts. Cora Boothby-Akilo and Zoe Collins helped out well on defense and rebounding. Great team effort!
Basketball Games Today
7th Boys vs Memorial 3:30
8th Boys vs Memorial 4:45
7th Girls @ Memorial 3:30
8th Girls @ Memorial 4:45
Sign-Ups are still available outside the main office for Swimming and Indoor Track. All 6th, 7th, and 8th grade boys and girls are eligible for these teams. You need a signed contract and valid physical to participate.
Quote of the Day: It’s important to make someone happy, and it’s important to start with yourself. unknown
Question of the Day: Which park do you prefer? Millcreek or Hinkley?
Happy Birthday: Happy birthday to Jefferson Herrera
Friday January 8, 2016 Day 2
Composting Update!
Today is our first pick up of compost through garbage to garden. Our cafeteria waste has gone from 77-97 pounds down to 14 or 15 pounds per day!
Green Club will meet today after school in Mrs. Pitt’s room from 2:15 until about 3. All are welcome to join and help make Mahoney a Greener School!
Sports
Hi Carrie,
Would it be possible to put an announcement on tomorrow and next Monday and Tuesday and the boy/girls basketball double header on Tuesday night. Our goal is to try to sell out the gym. The girls play McAuley at 6:30 and the boys play Scarborough at 8:00. It is also our cancer night so Todd will be donating $1 from each ticket to cancer. We are trying to have everyone wear white and have it be a "white out". Might be the social event of the year!!
Thanks,
Lynne
The 7th grade girls' basketball team defeated Windham 41-32.
Allie Hanlon led scoring with 17 pts followed by Fiona Stawarz with 12 pts, and Julia Loring with 6 pts. Avery Hamor, Jaslyn Goode and Evelyn Selser provided good help on both ends of the court.
Nice work!
8th grade girls lost to windham 35-25. Taylor Maxwell had 9 points. Anna folley and Olivia Cloutier chipped in 8 points apiece.
8th grade boys lost a tough game yesterday to Windham 64-26. They will look to rebound today!
Basketball Games Today
8th Grade Teams are away vs SMC, leaving at 2:30. Boys at 3:30, Girls at 4:45
7th Grade Teams are home vs Scarborough. Girls at 3:30, Boys at 4:45
Second Season Winter Sports Sign-Ups are available outside the main office. Swimming and Indoor Track are available to all 6th, 7th, and 8th grade boys and girls! Be sure to have all of the required paperwork into the main office ASAP!
Portland Community Squash has started Middle School Squash practices Wednesday and Friday from 4-5 at the Portland YMCA. Fill out a waiver, available in the main office, and your first practice is free!
Quote of the Day: “
Question of the Day:
Happy Birthday: Happy early birthday to Lucy Hartley, Jacob Dresser, Katie Conley, and Marcella Hesser!
Thursday January 7, 2016 Day 1
Composting Update!
Before break we were creating between 77 and 97 pounds of garbage in the cafeteria each day. Tuesday we only created 15 pounds of garbage during all three lunches. Wednesday we only created 14 pounds of garbage!
Today is intervention workshop for 6th & 8th graders. Students, if you need help from a teacher, ask to be drafted!
Music Notes:
The instrument repair man is here today at 1:00 p.m. Instruments need to be in 201 before then. A number of you had issues last week--get your instrument to Mrs. Barry!
Beginner Band meets after school today in 201.
7 and 8 Honors Band will practice Wednesday morning this week at 7:15 a.m.
Performance Jazz rehearses Tuesday and Friday morning at 7:15 a.m.; we are also rehearsing on Thursday after school from 2:30-4:30. See Mrs. Barry with questions.
Training Jazz will rehearse Thursday morning at 7:15 a.m.
Sports
Basketball teams will once again lace up their shoes to represent Mahoney this afternoon. Fans, please continue to be respectful and positive when you are supporting our teams!
7th Boys @ Windham 3:30
8th Boys @ Windham 4:45
7th Girls vs Windham 3:30
8th Girls vs Windham 4:45
Second Season Winter Sports Sign-Ups are available outside the main office. Swimming and Indoor Track are available to all 6th, 7th, and 8th grade boys and girls! Be sure to have all of the required paperwork into the main office ASAP!
Portland Community Squash has started Middle School Squash practices Wednesday and Friday from 4-5 at the Portland YMCA. Fill out a waiver, available in the main office, and your first practice will be free!
Quote of the Day: “The higher you climb, the better the view.”
Question of the Day: Ice Cream or Frozen Yogurt?
Happy Birthday: none today.
Wednesday January 6, 2016 Day 6
Thanks again to everyone for being so respectful and listening so carefully to Kendal yesterday during our assembly. Before break we were creating between 77 and 97 pounds of garbage in the cafeteria each day. Yesterday you composted and recycled brilliantly, and only created 15 pounds of garbage total!
Today will be a full 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade chorus day in the Auditorium at 1:35. 8th Grade Band members not in chorus will report to room 201. Chorus permission slips are DUE. Please bring those today!
We still have a couple spots left in the Ski & Snowboard Club. Please get paperwork in as soon as possible!
Music Notes:
Performance Jazz rehearses Friday morning at 7:15 a.m.
Training Jazz rehearses Thursday morning at 7:15 a.m. New members are welcome.
Sports
The 7th grade girls' basketball team defeated Lyman Moore 67-16. Allie Hanlon scored 23 pts followed by Maria Degifico with 19, Cora Boothby-Akilo and Fiona Stawarz with 8, and Julia Loring with 7 pts.
The 8th grade girls played a great team game to beat Lyman Moore 33-20. Poni Lako led the way with 10 points and Anna Folley finished with 9.
Despite scoring 43 points and going 10 of 14 from the foul line the 8th grade boys lost to Lyman Moore yesterday. Garon Kelley scored 15 and Juwuan Teel added 10. Great team effort as 8 out of ten of the boys scored points for the team.
Basketball Practice Schedule for Today
7th Boys 2:30-3:45
8th Girls 3:45-5
7th Girls 5-6:15
8th Boys 6:15-7:30
Second Season Winter Sports Sign-Ups are available outside the main office. Swimming and Indoor Track are available to all 6th, 7th, and 8th grade boys and girls!
Quote of the Day: “What good is the warmth of summer, without the cold of winter to give it sweetness.”
― John Steinbeck, Travels with Charley: In Search of America
Question of the Day: Checkers or chess
Happy Birthday: none today.
Tuesday January 5, 2016 Day 5
Winter Rippleffect programming starts today at 1:35 in room 114! See Mr. Donaldson with any questions.
We still have a few spots left in the Ski & Snowboard Club. Please get paperwork in as soon as possible!
Music Notes:
We welcome Mahoney alum Vene Hashimoto, who will be interning with us this week.
Performance Jazz rehearses Tuesday and Friday mornings at 7:15 a.m.
Training Jazz rehearses Thursday morning at 7:15 a.m. New members are welcome.
Sports
Basketball teams will once again lace up their shoes to represent Mahoney this afternoon. Fans, please continue to be respectful and positive when you are supporting our teams!
7th Boys vs Moore 3:30
8th Boys vs Moore 4:45
7th Girls @ Moore 3:30
8th Girls @ Moore 4:45
Quote of the Day: “Some people want it to happen, some wish it would happen, others make it happen.” Michael Jordan
Question of the Day: Ski or Snowboard?
Happy Birthday: none today.
Monday January 4, 2016 Day 4
Welcome back students and faculty! We hope everyone had a restful break and that you are ready to be back at school.
Winter Rippleffect programming starts this week! Tonight your family is invited to a Family Meeting at Mahoney 6pm in our school library. Your first session is tomorrow, January 5 starting at 1:35 in room 114. See Mr. Donaldson with any questions.
We still have a few spots left in the Ski & Snowboard Club. Please get paperwork in as soon as possible!
Music Notes:
Off we go, Musicians! We welcome Mahoney alum Vene Hashimoto, who will be interning with us this week.
Beginner Band meets today after school.
The instrument repair man will be here at 1 p.m. Instruments must be in 201 before then.
Performance Jazz rehearses Tuesday and Friday mornings at 7:15 a.m.
Training Jazz rehearses Thursday morning at 7:15 a.m. New members are welcome.
7th and 8th Honors Band members MUST see Mrs. Barry today.
6th Honors Band members MUST see Mrs. Barry today.
Sports
Basketball teams will practice today and have games Tuesday and Thursday this week!
Quote of the Day: “You are what you do, not what you say you will do. -C.G. Jung
Question of the Day: Pancakes or Waffles?
Happy Birthday: Jordan Hansen
Tuesday December 22, 2015 Day 3
Sports
The 8th grade girls loss to Scarborough 43-26. Anna Folley and Olivia Cloutier each scored 10 points.
The 8th grade boys lost to Scarborough yesterday despite the fact that it was one of their best all around team performances. Good things are starting to come together for the boys and it should make things interesting down the stretch. Garon Kelly and Jawaun Teel had arguably their best performances to date for Mahoney. Good job boys!
Music Notes:
Off we go, Musicians! We welcome Mahoney alum Vene Hashimoto, who will be interning with us this week.
Beginner Band meets today after school.
The instrument repair man will be here at 1 p.m. Instruments must be in 201 before then.
Performance Jazz rehearses Tuesday and Friday mornings at 7:15 a.m.
Training Jazz rehearses Thursday morning at 7:15 a.m. New members are welcome.
7th and 8th Honors Band members MUST see Mrs. Barry today.
6th Honors Band members MUST see Mrs. Barry today.
Quote of the Day: One kind word can warm three winter months.– Japanese Proverb
Question of the Day: Fruit Loops or Captain Crunch?
Happy Birthday to Jasmine Hodgdon, Anne VonSeggern, and Kate VonSeggern! Happy early birthday to Brady Giesecke, Kelty Jennings, Ben Teague, and Serigne MBow!
Monday, December 21, Day 2
Sports
Our 8th Grade Basketball teams play at home this afternoon. Boys game at 3:30. Girls game at 4:45. Come cheer on your peers and support Mahoney!
7th grade teams will not practice this afternoon.
Music Notes:
Beginner Band will NOT meet today. Get those instruments home and enjoy playing for friends and family this vacation!
Performance Jazz WILL rehearse tomorrow morning.
The instrument repair man will be here today. Instruments need to be in room 201 by 1 p.m.
Quote of the Day: “Don’t count the days, make the days count.” Mohammed Ali
Question of the Day: Whole Wheat or White
Happy Birthday to (No Birthdays Today)
Please Stand for the Pledge, and have a nice day!
Friday, December 18, Day 1
7th and 8th Graders - If you want to be part of the Winter Rippleffect Outdoor Leadership Experience, the deadline to apply is today! See Mr. Donaldson if you are interested.
The Civil Rights Team will meet Monday before school. 7 am if you’re hungry. 7:15 to participate in the meeting!
Sports
The 7th grade girls basketball team had an exciting game with Lincoln 25-24. Maria Degifico was game high scorer with 10 pts, followed by Julia Loring with 7 pts and Cora Boothby-Akilo with 6 pts. Great defensive play by Sam Hillier helped secure the win for the Raiders!
The 8th grade girls battled Lincoln, but ran out of steam to lose 41-29. Taylor Maxwell led all scorers with 22 points. Next home game is Monday December 21st against Scarborough.
The 8th grade boys had too little too late in their loss to Lincoln and couldn't repeat their comeback ways from monday. Good hustle by everyone in the 4th quarter that they can hopefully carry over to Mondays game against Scarborough.
None of our basketball teams will be practicing this afternoon.
Quote of the Day: “Leave everything a bit better than you found it.”
Question of the Day: Peanut butter and Fluff or Peanut butter and Jelly?
Happy early birthday to Matt Wilkinson and Brooke Snowwalker!
Thursday, December 17, Day 6
7th and 8th Graders - You still have time to apply for the Winter Rippleffect Outdoor Leadership Experience. The deadline to apply is this Friday. See Mr. Donaldson for more information.
Skiers and Riders - It may not feel like winter, but they are making snow up at Shawnee Peak. Now is the time to sign up for the Mahoney Ski & Snowboard Club. Stop by the main office to pick up a sign-up packet!
Music News:
Performance Jazz meets Friday morning.
The Civil Rights Team will meet Monday before school. 7 am if you’re hungry. 7:15 to participate in the meeting!
Sports
Our boys basketball teams will play at Lincoln this afternoon and our Girls teams will play here at Mahoney. Please come support the 7th grade girls at 3:30, and the 8th grade girls starting around 4:45!
Quote of the Day: “It’s not what happens to you, but how you react to it that matters. -Epictetus
Question of the Day: Stripes or plaid?
Happy Birthday to Hailey Robishaw. Happy early birthday to Matt Wilkinson and Brooke Snowwalker!
Wednesday, December 16, Day 5
Green Team, let's meet this week WEDNESDAY the sixteenth at 2:15 Room 108 with Mrs. Pitt we have signage to choose.
7th and 8th Graders - You still have time to apply for the Winter Rippleffect Outdoor Leadership Experience. The deadline to apply is this Friday. See Mr. Donaldson for more information.
Skiers and Riders - It may not feel like winter, but they are making snow up at Shawnee Peak. Now is the time to sign up for the Mahoney Ski & Snowboard Club. Stop by the main office to pick up a sign-up packet!
Music News: 7th and 8th grade honors band will have a rehearsal TODAY after school. Bring your music and see you then!
Performance Jazz meets Friday morning.
Training Jazz meets Thursday morning.
Drama Club will meet today after school from 2:30-3:30
Quote of the Day: Make today your best day yet!
Question of the Day: Cookies or Cake?
No birthdays today.nb
Tuesday, December 15, 2015 Day 4
Recycling today ..please put out your recycling before workshop this afternoon. Thank you!
7th and 8th Graders - You still have time to apply for the Winter Rippleffect Outdoor Leadership Experience. The deadline to apply is this Friday. See Mr. Donaldson for more information.
Skiers and Riders - It may not feel like winter, but they are making snow up at Shawnee Peak. Now is the time to sign up for the Mahoney Ski & Snowboard Club. Stop by the main office to pick up a sign-up packet!
Drama Club will meet tomorrow after school from 2:30-3:30
Basketball Recaps
The 7th grade girls suffered a tough loss, 43-39, to Gorham in overtime. Allie Hanlon led all scorers with 21 pts followed by Maria Degifico with 8 and Cora Boothby-Akilo with 7. Great team defensive effort!
The 8th grade girls lost to Gorham 35-25 last night. Olivia Cloutier had 8 points for the Raiders. Come see our next game at home against Lincoln on Thursday.
7th grade Boys lost a tough game to a big, athletic Gorham team yesterday 33-18.
The 8th grade boys fell behind 34-15 in the first half of their game against Gorham but came out inspired in the 2nd half and worked themselves back into a tie game at the end of regulation. The boys, refused to give up and ended up winning 47-46 in overtime!!! The teams 1st win was keyed by big baskets down the stretch from Tyler Small and Jacob Flaherty. Garon Kelley led all scorers with 16 points, Juwuan Teel and Ryan Brewer each added 9 points. Overall a fantastic team victory!!!
Basketball Schedule Today
Reminder, the Skills Session 2:30-3:15
Music Notes:
Performance Jazz meets Tuesday and Friday morning this week.
Training Jazz meets Thursday morning this week.
Quote of the Day: “Wake up every morning with the thought that something wonderful is about to happen.” unknown
Question of the Day: Fruits or Vegetables?
Birthdays Today: none DO NOT POST
Monday, December 14, 2015 Day 3
Robotics News
The South Portland Middle School Red Riots Robotics Team represented South Portland well at the Maine First Lego League State Competition in Augusta on Saturday. The team received praise for their innovative project presentation and for their team work in the teamwork challenge. In addition, they finished 7th out of 60 teams in the robot challenge and they received the second place programming trophy.
Congratulations to Simon Bourque, Jada Briley, Lucas Lefebvre, Drew Lewis, Ryan O'Hare, Ben Teague and Harry Weisenburger.
Basketball Games Today
7th Boys Home 3:30
8th Boys Home 4:45
7th Girls @ Gorham 3:30
8th Girls @ Gorham 4:45
Music Notes:
For today, please bring iPads, pencils, music and instruments to sectionals. Thanks!
The instrument repair man will be here at 1:00 p.m. All instruments need to be in 201, including the bass clarinet, Sam Fields, the alto sax, Jon DeRoche, and the clarinet, Annie VonSeggern.
Beginner band meets today after school.
Performance Jazz meets Tuesday and Friday morning this week.
Training Jazz meets Thursday morning this week.
All 6th graders who helped Mrs. Barry after lunch on Friday are asked to stop by 201 today.
Quote of the Day: “Most folks are as happy as they make up their minds to be.” -Abraham Lincoln
Question of the Day: Dill or sweet pickle
Birthdays Today: Aiden Flechtner DO NOT POST
Friday, December 11, 2015 Day 2
All JMG students should go to their alternate related arts class.
The 7th grade is sponsoring the dance tonight Friday, December 11th. The dance starts at 6:00pm and the cost is $6. We hope to see you there!
The Green Team will meet after school today in Mrs. Pitt's room 108 at 2:15 to discuss composting at Mahoney. Thank you in advance for your time!
Basketball Game Recaps
The 7th Grade girls defeated King 51-18. Fiona Stawarz scored 18 points, while Allie Hanlon had 16 pts and Maria Degifico added 11 points and many great passes to teammates. Great defensive play by Fiona Stawarz and Evelyn Selser.
The mahoney 8th grade girls got their 1st win of the season against King middle school 42-25. Taylor Maxwell led the team with 14 points and Olivia Cloutier added 10 points. Nice job girls!!!
The 7th grade boys got their first victory of the season defeating King Middle School yesterday. The Raiders were led by Anthony Nixon’s inspired play on both ends of the floor!
8th grade boys played hard and played well in the 2nd half of their loss to King but it just wasn't enough to overcome a sluggish 1st half. Look out once this team strings together two good halves however because they could beat anyone if they do! Newcomer Brady Giesecke came off the bench and scored his first 4 points for Mahoney all the result of tough defense and aggressive rebounding.
Basketball Practices Today
7th & 8th Boys 2:30-3:45
8th Girls 3:45-5
7th Girls, NO Practice Today
Music Notes:
To all Mahoney Band members, a sincere thank you and BRAVO from Mrs. Barry. She could not be prouder of your preparation, effort, good humor and behavior. You conducted yourselves not only as mature students, but professionally--as musicians!
For today and the beginning of next week, please bring iPads, pencils, music and instruments to sectionals. Thanks!
All “normal” rehearsals will resume next week!
Quote of the Day: “To be, or not to be: that is the question.” -Shakespeare
Question of the Day: Mystery or Comedy
Birthdays Today: David Lyons, FIona Stawarz, Paul Zechman, Kenneth Carlisle, Anna Kuell, and Matthew Workman DO NOT POST
Thursday, December 10, 2015 Day 1
All JMG students should go to their alternate related arts class.
Grade 6 Hopscotch Hour of Code is during workshop today. See Mr. Koelker today to sign up.
8th Grade Students - So you’ve heard of squash by now. It’s a fast racket sport played indoors. If you want to try it out during intervention workshop ask Mr. Fluet, Ms. Coombs, or Mr. Donaldson to be drafted today!
Today Intervention Workshop is for 6th and 8th grade students. If you need to work with a specific teacher, please talk to them ahead of time about drafting you!
The 7th grade is sponsoring the dance this Friday, December 11th. The dance starts at 6:00pm and the cost is $6. We hope to see you there!
Basketball Games Today
7th Girls Home 3:30
8th Girls Home 4:45
7th Boys @ King 3:30
8th Boys @ King 4:45
*Fans and players were respectful and positive at the games Monday. Let’s keep it up and share what Mahoney is all about!
Music Notes:
Our concert is tonight! All Mahoney students, faculty and staff are invited to attend. Our concert begins at 7:00 p.m. at the HS Auditorium. Students should arrive at 6:20 p.m.
All 6th, 7th, and 8th grade band members are reminded to bring instruments and music home today for the concert tonight. DO NOT wait to get your things until after games or practices. Get your things immediately after school. Good Luck to you all!!
Quote of the Day: “Music is the universal language of mankind.” Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Question of the Day: red or green?
No Birthdays Today DO NOT POST
Wednesday, December 9, 2015 Day 6
Reminder, today we are running a half-day, non-Wednesday schedule so all 4 of your core content classes can meet. We will have am related arts classes today.
8th Grade Students - Have you ever heard of squash? It’s a fast racket sport played indoors. If you are interested in learning more, we have two coaches coming Thursday during intervention workshop. Ask Mr. Fluet, Ms. Coombs, or Mr. Donaldson to be drafted to participate in an introduction to squash!
The 7th grade is sponsoring the dance this Friday, December 11th. The dance starts at 6:00pm and the cost is $6. We hope to see you there!
Basketball Schedule for Today
7th Boys 2:30-3:45
8th Girls 3:45-5
7th Girls 5-6:15
8th Boys 6:15-7:30
Music Notes:
Training Jazz will not meet Thursday morning. We will meet next week.
Concert notices are due back ASAP; our concert is THIS Thursday! All Mahoney students, faculty and staff are invited to attend. Our concert begins at 7:00 p.m. at the HS Auditorium.
The full 8th grade band will rehearse period 3 Wednesday in the auditorium. Thanks to all related arts teachers!
All band members are reminded to bring instruments and music home for the concert Thursday.
Quote of the Day: “It does not matter how slowly you go, as long as you don’t stop.” Confucius
Question of the Day: Gloves or Mittens?
No Birthdays Today
Tuesday, December 8, 2015 Day 5
7th Grade Students - Have you ever heard of squash? It’s a fast racket sport played indoors. If you are interested in learning more, we have two coaches coming TODAY during intervention workshop. Ask Mr. Fluet, Ms. Coombs, or Mr. Donaldson to be drafted to participate in an introduction to squash!
The 7th grade is sponsoring the dance this Friday, December 11th. The dance starts at 6:00pm and the cost is $6. We hope to see you there!
Basketball
The 7th grade girls team won their first game against Windham, 40-27. Fiona Stawarz led all scorers with 13 pts, followed by Cora Boothby-Akilo with 10 pts, Maria Degifico with 7 pts and Allie Hanlon with 6 pts. Great team effort, girls!
The mahoney 8th girls opened their season against windham last night. They fought hard, but came up short, losing 39-34. Olivia Cloutier led the scoring with 10 points. Taylor Maxwell and Poni Lako each had 8 points. Good job girls!!!!
7th Grade Boys lost their season opener to Windham. Luca Desjardins lead the Raiders with 12 points
The 8th grade boys lost to Windham yesterday despite the fact they came out strong and were only down 2 at the half and played well in the 2nd half but just couldn't get enough good shots to fall. Bobby Bruce had his best game in a Mahoney uniform leading all scorers with 10 points. Garon Kelley also had one of his best games for Mahoney playing tenacious defense and controlling the offense.
Schedule for Today
Skills Session 2:30-3:15
7th Boys 3:15-4:30
7th and 8th Girls 4:30-5:45 (this is a change)
8th Boys 6:30-7:30
Music Notes:
Training Jazz will not meet Thursday morning. We will meet next week.
Concert notices are due back ASAP; our concert is THIS Thursday! All Mahoney students, faculty and staff are invited to attend. Our concert begins at 7:00 p.m. at the HS Auditorium.
The full 8th grade band will rehearse period 3 Wednesday in the auditorium. Thanks to all related arts teachers!
All band members are reminded to bring instruments and music home for the concert Thursday.
Quote of the Day: Every accomplishment starts with the decision to try. Gail Devers
Question of the Day: Long sleeve or short sleeve
Happy Birthday to Maddie Leckie
Monday December 7, 2015 Day 4
7th Grade Students - Have you ever heard of squash? It’s a fast racket sport played indoors. If you are interested in learning more, we have two coaches coming TUESDAY during intervention workshop. Ask Mr. Fluet, Ms. Coombs, or Mr. Donaldson to be drafted to participate in an introduction to squash!
Applications are now being accepted for the winter ROLE session, which starts in January! See Mr. Donaldson for more information.
Do you ski or snowboard? Are you interested in learning to ski or snowboard? If so, join the Mahoney Ski & Board Club for trips to Shawnee Peak this winter! See Mr. Donaldson for paperwork to share with your family.
The 7th grade is sponsoring the dance this Friday, December 11th. The dance starts at 6:00pm and the cost is $6. We hope to see you there!
A REMINDER TO 8TH GRADERS:
Please be quiet and respectful in the Library hallway when you pass to your Related Arts classes at 12:55. There are classes being held in the Library wing and often in the Library. Thank you for being respectful and quiet yesterday on your way to class!
Basketball Players
The first games of the season are this afternoon. Play hard, but more importantly, have fun and make Mahoney proud by being a good sport on and off the court.
Today’s Games:
8th Boys Home 3:30
7th Boys Home 4:45
7th Girls @ Windham 3:30
8th Girls @ Windham 4:45
Music Notes:
The instrument repair man will be here today at 1:00 p.m. All instruments needing attention need to be in 201 before then. This is the last visit before the concert.
Performance Jazz meets Tuesday morning this week.
Beginner Band will NOT meet today. We will meet next week.
Training Jazz will not meet Thursday morning. We will meet next week.
Concert notices are due back ASAP; our concert is THIS Thursday! All Mahoney students, faculty and staff are invited to attend. Our concert begins at 7:00 p.m. at the HS Auditorium.
Quote of the Day: “Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, Nothing is going to get better. It's not.”
― Dr. Seuss, The Lorax
Question of the Day: rain or snow?
Happy Birthday to Kyla Grandmaison!
Friday December 4, 2015 Day 3
Film Club is cancelled for today.
The Civil Rights Team will meet Monday the 7th before school in Room 114.
6th Grade Students - Have you ever heard of squash? It’s a fast racket sport played indoors. If you are interested in learning more, we have two coaches coming Friday during intervention workshop. Ask Mr. Fluet, Ms. Coombs, or Mr. Donaldson to be drafted to participate in an introduction to squash!
Applications are now being accepted for the winter ROLE session, which starts in January! See Mr. Donaldson for more information.
Do you ski or snowboard? Are you interested in learning to ski or snowboard? If so, join the Mahoney Ski & Board Club for trips to Shawnee Peak this winter! See Mr. Donaldson for paperwork to share with your family.
Mahoney Spirit Wear is on sale now. All orders are due by this Friday December 4. Great holiday gifts with a delivery date before winter break! Order forms are available in the Main Office.
A REMINDER TO 8TH GRADERS:
Please be quiet and respectful in the Library hallway when you pass to your Related Arts classes at 12:55. There are classes being held in the Library wing and often in the Library. Thank you for being respectful and quiet yesterday on your way to class!
Basketball Players
I’ll be doing a HOW check today to see who is eligible to compete in games next week. If you haven’t heard from me, you are all set. If I talked with you last week, make sure you are putting your plan into action and sharing that plan with me. -Mr. Donaldson
Music Notes:
Performance Jazz meets again this morning and Tuesday morning next week.
Beginner Band will NOT meet Monday next week. We will meet the following week.
Training Jazz will not meet next Thursday morning next week.
Concert notices are due back ASAP; our concert is December 10th!
Quote of the Day: “It's fine to celebrate success but it is more important to heed the lessons of failure. -Bill Gates
Question of the Day: Curly or Straight?
Happy Early Birthday to Emma Boivin!
Thursday December 3, 2015 Day 2
MARGS
Applications are now being accepted for the winter ROLE session, which starts in January! See Mr. Donaldson for more information.
Do you ski or snowboard? Are you interested in learning to ski or snowboard? If so, join the Mahoney Ski & Board Club for trips to Shawnee Peak this winter! See Mr. Donaldson for paperwork to share with your family.
Mahoney Spirit Wear is on sale now. All orders are due by this Friday December 4. Great holiday gifts with a delivery date before winter break! Order forms are available in the Main Office.
6th Grade Students - Have you ever heard of squash? It’s a fast racket sport played indoors. If you are interested in learning more, we have two coaches coming Friday during intervention workshop. Ask Mr. Fluet, Ms. Coombs, or Mr. Donaldson to be drafted to participate in an introduction to squash!
A REMINDER TO 8TH GRADERS:
Please be quiet and respectful in the Library hallway when you pass to your Related Arts classes at 12:55. There are classes being held in the Library wing and often in the Library.
Music Notes:
Performance Jazz meets again this morning and Tuesday morning next week.
Beginner Band will NOT meet Monday next week. We will meet the following week.
Training Jazz will not meet next Thursday morning next week.
Concert notices are due back ASAP; our concert is December 10th!
Quote of the Day: “If you have good thoughts they will shine out of your face like sunbeams and you will always look lovely.” Roald Dahl The Twits
Question of the Day: Sit or Stand?
Wednesday December 2, 2015 Day 1
Rippleffect Outdoor Leadership Experience Participants will meet for their final session today after school. Your family is invited for a brief Graduation ceremony starting at 5pm in our library. Applications are now being accepted for the winter ROLE sessions, which starts in January! See Mr. Donaldson for more information.
Mahoney Spirit Wear is on sale now. All orders are due by this Friday December 4. Great holiday gifts with a delivery date before winter break! Order forms are available in the Main Office.
The Drama Club will meet today in the auditorium at 2:30.
A REMINDER TO 8TH GRADERS:
Please be quiet and respectful in the Library hallway when you pass to your Related Arts classes at 12:55. There are classes being held in the Library wing and often in the Library.
Music Notes:
Performance Jazz meets again Friday morning.
Training Jazz meets Thursday morning this week.
Concert notices are due back today; our concert is December 10th!
Basketball Practice Schedule for Today:
7th Boys 2:30-3:45
8th Girls 3:45-5
7th Girls 5-6:15
8th Boys 6:15-7:30
Quote of the Day: Let us make our future now, and let us make our dreams tomorrow's reality. Malala Yousafzai
Question of the Day: Dance or Sing?
Tuesday December 1, 2015 Day 6
Students, holiday Wreaths and Poinsettias arrive this afternoon! Please let your family know they can pick them up after school on the first floor of the building!
Rippleffect Outdoor Leadership Experience Participants will meet for their final session on Wednesday after school. Your family is invited for a brief Graduation ceremony starting at 5pm. Applications are now being accepted for the winter ROLE sessions, which starts in January! See Mr. Donaldson for more information.
Mahoney Spirit Wear is on sale now. All orders are due by this Friday December 4. Great holiday gifts with a delivery date before winter break! Order forms are available in the Main Office.
Music Notes:
Performance Jazz meets again Friday morning.
Training Jazz meets Thursday morning this week.
Concert notices are due back Wednesday; our concert is December 10th!
Basketball Practice Schedule for Today:
Skills Session 2:30-3:15
7th Boys 3:15-4:30
7th Girls 4:30-5:30
8th Girls 5:30-6:30
8th Boys 6:30-7:30
Quote of the Day: Art is never finished, only abandoned. Leonardo da Vinci
Question of the Day: Ice Skate or Roller Skate/Blade
Monday November 30, 2015 Day 5
All JMG students should go to their alternate related arts class today. Questions, ask Ms. Beardsley in the main office.
Students, holiday Wreaths and Poinsettias arrive Tuesday afternoon. Please let your family know they can pick them up after school on the first floor of the building Tuesday!
7th and 8th Graders have Intervention Workshop this afternoon.
Rippleffect Outdoor Leadership Experience Participants will meet for their final session on Wednesday after school. Your family is invited for a brief Graduation ceremony starting at 5pm. Applications are now being accepted for the winter ROLE sessions, which starts in January! See Mr. Donaldson for more information.
Mahoney Spirit Wear is on sale now. All orders are due by this Friday December 4. Great holiday gifts with a delivery date before winter break! Order forms are available in the Main Office.
Music Notes:
The instrument repair man will be here today; instruments need to be in room 201 before 1:00 p.m.
Beginner Band meets today after school.
Performance Jazz meets Tuesday and Friday mornings this week.
Training Jazz meets Thursday morning this week.
Concert notices are due back Wednesday; our concert is December 10th!
Basketball Practice Schedule for Today:
8th Girls 2:30-3:45
7th Boys 3:45-5
7th Girls 5-6:15
8th Boys 6:15-7:30
Quote of the Day: “I am neither clever nor especially gifted. I am only very, very curious.” Albert Einstein
Question of the Day: Explore Space or the Ocean?
Tuesday November 24, 2015 Day 4 Afternoon Related ARts Class
Put out your recycling this morning!
Mahoney Spirit Wear is on sale now. Great holiday gifts with a delivery date before winter break! Order forms are available in the Main Office.
Music Notes:
All musicians please remember to get instruments home for the break. Our concert is December 10th; make it a great one! Concert notices are due back signed by December 2nd.
7 and 8 grade honors band music has arrived. Please see Mrs. Barry in 201
Basketball Practice Schedule for Today:
8th Boys 12-1:15
7th Boys 1:15-2:20
Skills & Drills 2:30-3:15
7th & 8th Girls 3:15-4:30
Quote of the Day: Be thankful for what you have; you'll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don't have, you will never, ever have enough. -Oprah Winfrey
Question of the Day: XBox or Playstation?
Happy Birthday to Zach Greeley and Megan Murphy. Happy early birthday to Arianna DiCenso, Cristin Diely, Calvin Comeau, Alex Leupold, Jacob Costin and MacKenzie Martin
Monday November 23, 2015 Day 3
Turkey Dinner today in the cafeteria!! Enjoy!
The Library will be closed today!
Support Mahoney and get some great holiday gifts and decorations! Consider ordering a wreath and/or a poinsettia or two! The Mahoney Band/Chorus and PTA have teamed up on this fundraiser.
Mahoney Spirit Wear is on sale now. Great holiday gifts with a delivery date before winter break! Order forms are available in the Main Office.
The SoPo Middle School Red Riots Robotics Team had a great showing at the Maine First Lego League Qualifiers in Kennebunk on Saturday. Not only did they qualify for the State Championships on December 12th at the Augusta Civic Center, they also received the first place programming trophy. Congratulations to Simon Bourque, Jada Briley, Lucas Lefebvre, Drew Lewis, Ryan O'Hare, Ben Teague and Harry Weisenburger.
Music Notes:
The instrument repair man will be here today at 1:00 p.m. Please have instruments in 201 before then!
Performance Jazz will rehearse Tuesday morning.
All musicians please remember to get instruments home for the break. Our concert is December 10th; make it a great one! Concert notices are due back signed by December 2nd.
Beginner Band WILL NOT meet today!
Basketball Practice Schedule for Today:
8th Girls 2:30-3:45
7th Boys 3:45-5
7th Girls 5-6:15
8th Boys No Practice - Conferences
Quote of the Day: Listen more, talk less.
Question of the Day: Apple or Cherry Pie?
Happy Birthday to Eric George!
Friday November 20, 2015 Day 2
JMG “Stuff a Bus”
Support Mahoney and get some great holiday gifts and decorations! Consider ordering a wreath and/or a poinsettia or two! The Mahoney Band/Chorus and PTA have teamed up on this fundraiser.
Mahoney Spirit Wear is on sale now. Great holiday gifts with a delivery date before winter break! Order forms are available in the Main Office.
Thank you to all the students and families that came in last night to meet with teachers. If your family has not signed up for a conference, please remind them that we still have spaces available Monday to discuss how the year has gone so far for you!
Thank you to the members of student council who shared cookbooks with families at conferences last night and collected donations. You were a bright and cheerful welcoming committee for families coming in for conferences.
Rippleffect Outdoor Leadership Experience participants take off for Cow Island tomorrow morning and won’t be back until Monday afternoon. Please wish them luck on their Expedition! Stay dry and stay warm!
Basketball Practice Schedule for Today
7th Boys 2:30-3:45
8th Girls 3:45-5
7th Girls 5-6:15
8th Boys 6:15-7:30
Quote of the Day: “If it doesn’t challenge you, it won’t change you.”
Question of the Day: South or Portland?
Happy Birthday to Alex Cook and Meghan Perry. Happy early Birthday to Maria Degifico!
Thursday November 19, 2015 Day 1
JMG
It is “Stuff a Bus” Time again!
Stuff a Bus” is a non-perishable food drive and is held here at Mahoney from November 16 - November 20. The Preble Street soup kitchen serves over 1,100 meals every day. So we need your help. Bring in a nonperishable food item and the top 3 homerooms will get a catered Wii party. Every little bit helps! Thank you!
Support Mahoney and get some great holiday gifts and decorations! Consider ordering a wreath and/or a poinsettia or two! The Mahoney Band/Chorus and PTA have teamed up on this fundraiser.
Mahoney Spirit Wear is on sale now. Great holiday gifts with a delivery date before winter break! Order forms are available in the Main Office.
Has your parent signed up for a conference yet? If not, please remind them that we hope to see all families either today or next Monday to discuss how the year has gone so far for you!
Music News
Performance Jazz will rehearse again Friday morning.
Homework Club
Need a quiet place to get some work done after school? Head to the library Monday, Tuesday, and/or Wednesday afternoons between 2:30 and 3:30. Teachers are there to help and snacks are available!
Basketball Practice Schedule for Today
Skills & Drills 2:30-3:15
7th Boys 3:15-4:30
7th Girls 4:30-5:30
8th Girls 5:30-6:30
8th Boys NO Practice - Coach Nee has conferences!
Quote of the Day: “I’m not telling you it’s going to be easy, I’m telling you it’s going to be worth it.” -anonymous
Question of the Day: Carrots or Cucumbers?
Wednesday November 18, 2015 Day 6
Support Mahoney and get some great holiday gifts and decorations! Consider ordering a wreath and/or a poinsettia or two! The Mahoney Band/Chorus and PTA have teamed up on this fundraiser.
Mahoney Spirit Wear is on sale now. Great holiday gifts with a delivery date before winter break! Order forms are available in the Main Office.
The Drama Club will meet today (Wednesday) in the auditorium at 2:30 till 3:15
Has your parent signed up for a conference yet? If not, please remind them that we hope to see all families either this Thursday or next Monday to discuss how the year has gone so far for you!
It is “Stuff a Bus” Time again!
Stuff a Bus” is a non-perishable food drive and is held here at Mahoney from November 16 - November 20. The Preble Street soup kitchen serves over 1,100 meals every day. So we need your help. Bring in a nonperishable food item and the top 3 homerooms will get a catered Wii party. Every little bit helps! Thank you!
Music News
Performance Jazz will rehearse again Friday morning.
Training Jazz will rehearse Thursday morning this week.
Homework Club
Need a quiet place to get some work done after school? Head to the library Monday, Tuesday, and/or Wednesday afternoons between 2:30 and 3:30. Teachers are there to help and snacks are available!
Basketball Practice Schedule for Today
7th Boys 2:30-3:45
8th Girls 3:45-5
7th Girls 5-6:15
8th Boys 6:15-7:30
Quote of the Day: Quality is not an act, it is a habit. -Aristotle
Question of the Day: Salt or Pepper?
Tuesday, November 17, Day 5
Support Mahoney and get some great holiday gifts and decorations! Consider ordering a wreath and/or a poinsettia or two! The Mahoney Band/Chorus and PTA have teamed up on this fundraiser.
Mahoney Spirit Wear is on sale now. Great holiday gifts with a delivery date before winter break! Order forms are available in the Main Office.
Recycling happens today!
The Drama Club will meet tomorrow (Wednesday) in the auditorium at 2:30 till 3:15
Has your parent signed up for a conference yet? If not, please remind them that we hope to see all families either this Thursday or next Monday to discuss how the year has gone so far for you!
Have you lost your jacket, sweatshirt, water bottle? Stop by the lost and found and check to see if an item of yours is there. This is located outside the office, next to the water fountain.
It is “Stuff a Bus” Time again!
Stuff a Bus” is a non-perishable food drive and is held here at Mahoney from November 16 - November 20. The Preble Street soup kitchen serves over 1,100 meals every day. So we need your help. Bring in a nonperishable food item and the top 3 homerooms will get a catered Wii party. Every little bit helps! Thank you!
Today is an intervention workshop day for 7th and 8th graders. Talk with your teachers about what you need to do to be productive this afternoon.
Music News
Beginner band meets today after school in room 201.
The instrument repair man will be here today; all instruments need to be in room 201 before 1:00.
Performance Jazz will rehearse Tuesday and Friday mornings this week.
Training Jazz will rehearse Thursday morning this week.
Homework Club
Need a quiet place to get some work done after school? Head to the library Monday, Tuesday, and/or Wednesday afternoons between 2:30 and 3:30. Teachers are there to help and snacks are available!
Basketball Practice Schedule for Today
Skill Session 2:30-3:15 (Still have spots available, see Mr. Donaldson for more info)
7th Boys 3:15-4:30
7th Girls 4:30-5:30
8th Girls 5:30-6:30
8th Boys 6:30-7:30
Quote of the Day: Attitude is the difference between an ordeal and an adventure
Question of the day: Stuffing or mashed potatoes?
Monday, November 16, Day 4
Support Mahoney and get some great holiday gifts and decorations! Consider ordering a wreath and/or a poinsettia or two! The Mahoney Band/Chorus and PTA have teamed up on this fundraiser.
Mahoney Spirit Wear is on sale now. Great holiday gifts with a delivery date before winter break! Order forms are available in the Main Office.
Has your parent signed up for a conference yet? If not, please remind them that we hope to see all families either this Thursday or next Monday to discuss how the year has gone so far for you!
Have you lost your jacket, sweatshirt, water bottle? Stop by the lost and found and check to see if an item of yours is there. This is located outside the office, next to the water fountain.
It is “Stuff a Bus” Time again!
Stuff a Bus” is a non-perishable food drive and is held here at Mahoney from November 16 - November 20. The Preble Street soup kitchen serves over 1,100 meals every day. So we need your help. Bring in a nonperishable food item and the top 3 homerooms will get a catered Wii party. Every little bit helps! Thank you!
Music News
Beginner band meets today after school in room 201.
The instrument repair man will be here today; all instruments need to be in room 201 before 1:00.
Performance Jazz will rehearse Tuesday and Friday mornings this week.
Training Jazz will rehearse Thursday morning this week.
Homework Club
Need a quiet place to get some work done after school? Head to the library Monday, Tuesday, and/or Wednesday afternoons between 2:30 and 3:30. Teachers are there to help and snacks are available!
Sports News:
Basketball Practice Schedule for Today
8th Girls 2:30-3:45
7th Boys 3:45-5
7th Girls 5-6:15
8th Boys 6:15-7:30
Question of the day: Turkey or Ham?
Friday 11.13, Day 3
Reminder - Today is picture retake day! Listen for announcements.
Thank you 7th graders who represented Mahoney with pride yesterday at the Body Worlds exhibit. We challenge the group that goes today to be just as respectful and kind as the group that went yesterday! Make us proud.
Wreath and Poinsettia Sale sponsored by the Mahoney PTA and Music Program. Order forms available in the Main Office.
Rippleffect Outdoor Leadership Experience (ROLE) will meet today after school!
The Civil Rights Team will meet on Monday before school. Think about projects we could do this year to raise awareness at Mahoney and beyond!
It is “Stuff a Bus” Time again!
Stuff a Bus” is a non-perishable food drive and is held here at Mahoney from November 16 - November 20. The Preble Street soup kitchen serves over 1,100 meals every day. So we need your help. Bring in a nonperishable food item and the top 3 homerooms will get a catered Wii party. Every little bit helps! Thank you!
Homework Club
Need a quiet place to get some work done after school? Head to the library Monday, Tuesday, and/or Wednesday afternoons between 2:30 and 3:30. Teachers are there to help and snacks are available!
Seventh graders have been working on a voice in democracy project, and I have been working on saving electricity. I’m wondering if the classrooms could shut off half or all your lights and/or lift the shades up to save electricity? Thank you!
Clothing Drive
Music News:
Sports News:
Basketball Practice Schedule for Today
7th Boys 2:30-3:45
8th Girls 3:45-5
7th Girls 5-6:15
8th Boys 6:15-7:30
Please arrive 15 minutes before your practice to make sure you are ready to go!
Quote of the Day: “The time is always right to do what is right.” – Martin Luther King, Jr.
Question of the Day: Pizza or Pasta?
Thursday 11.12, Day 2
Reminder - Friday the 13th is picture retake day!
It is “Stuff a Bus” Time again!
Stuff a Bus” is a non-perishable food drive and is held here at Mahoney from November 16 - November 20. The Preble Street soup kitchen serves over 1,100 meals every day. So we need your help. Bring in a nonperishable food item and the top 3 homerooms will get a catered Wii party. Every little bit helps! Thank you!
Wreath and Poinsettia Sale sponsored by the Mahoney PTA and Music Program. Order forms available in the Main Office.
Rippleffect Outdoor Leadership Experience (ROLE) will meet Friday this week after school!
The Civil Rights Team will meet on Monday before school. Think about projects we could do this year to raise awareness at Mahoney and beyond!
Homework Club
Need a quiet place to get some work done after school? Head to the library Monday, Tuesday, and/or Wednesday afternoons between 2:30 and 3:30. Teachers are there to help and snacks are available!
Seventh graders have been working on a voice in democracy project, and I have been working on saving electricity. I’m wondering if the classrooms could shut off half or all your lights and/or lift the shades up to save electricity? Thank you!
Clothing Drive
Music News:
Performance Jazz rehearses again Friday morning before school.
Sports News:
Basketball Practice Schedule for Today
7th Boys 2:30-3:45
7th Girls 4:30-5:30
8th Girls 5:30-6:30
8th Boys 6:30-7:30
Please arrive 15 minutes before your practice to make sure you are ready to go!
Quote of the Day: “It’s what you learn after you know it all that counts.”
Question of the Day: Apple Cider or Apple Juice?
Tuesday 11.10, Day 1
Today is recycling day! Teachers please place your bins in the hallway after 8:00. The Reach students thank you.
This afternoon we have Intervention Workshop for 6th and 8th graders.
Today’s yearbook meeting will be in Room 114 after school.
Homework Club
Need a quiet place to get some work done after school? Head to the library Monday, Tuesday, and/or Wednesday afternoons between 2:30 and 3:30. Teachers are there to help and snacks are available!
Logan - Seventh graders have been working on a voice in democracy project, and I have been working on saving electricity. I’m wondering if the classrooms could shut off half or all your lights and/or lift the shades up to save electricity? Thank you!
Music News:
Performance Jazz rehearses Tuesday and Friday mornings this week.
Training Jazz rehearses Thursday morning this week.
Sports News:
Basketball Practice Schedule for Today
7th Boys 3:15-4:30
7th Girls 4:30-5:30
8th Girls 5:30-6:30
8th Boys 6:30-7:30
Please arrive 15 minutes before your practice to make sure you are ready to go!
Quote of the Day: The most certain way to succeed is to try just one more time.
Question of the Day: Watch tv or Listen to Music?
Monday 11.9, Day 6
Homework Club
Looking for a good place to do some school work after school? Stop by our library on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons from 2:30-3:30! Mrs. McQuinn, Ms Corbin and, on Wednesdays Ms Schmearer are there to lend a hand and offer a snack.
Do you have problems with city snowplows ripping up your lawn in the winter? Has the city forgotten to re-sead your lawn in the spring?: Two seventh grade students are doing a social studies project to speak their voice. If you would like to help them raise awareness and help their cause, go to https://sites.google.com/site/wintersinsopo/ or click here
Music News:
The instrument repair man visits today at 1:00 p.m. All instruments needing attention must be in 201 on the red repair table before then.
Beginner band meets after school today until 3 p.m.
Performance Jazz rehearses Tuesday and Friday mornings this week.
Training Jazz rehearses Thursday morning this week.
The next meeting of the SP Music Boosters is tonight at 7:30 p.m. This is a time change and the meeting will follow the Superintendent’s address. The meeting will be held in the HS Learning Commons. All families of student musicians in South Portland are invited; come see first hand what the work of this dynamic group can create!
Sports News:
Basketball Practice start today! Make sure you have your signed contract and Sports physical turned it to the main office. If either are missing, you cannot practice today!
Basketball Practice Schedule for Today
8th Girls 2:30-3:45
7th Boys 3:45-5
7th Girls 5-6:15
8th Boys 6:15-7:30
Please arrive 15 minutes before your practice to make sure you are ready to go!
Quote of the Day: “We have but two ears and one mouth so that we may listen twice as much as we speak.” – Thomas Edison
Question of the Day: Run or Bike?
Friday 11.6, Day 5
Quote of the Day: Make today ridiculously amazing. -anonymous
JMG students should to go to their alternate related arts classes today (Friday).
Thank you to 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students for bringing your best to yesterday’s assembly! The audience was attentive and respectful. 8th graders who performed and spoke were appropriate, brave, and inspiring. Thank you for a wonderful Mahoney experience. -Mrs. Stilphen and Mr. Donaldson
Any students interested in joining Mahoney’s Film Club should plan on attending the first meeting of the year in room 114 this Friday.
Spirit Week is this week!
Friday, November 6 - Red and White Day
Looking for a good place to do some school work after school? Stop by our library on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons from 2:30-3:30! Mrs. McQuinn, Ms Corbin and, on Wednesdays Ms Schmearer are there to lend a hand and offer a snack.
Music News:
The next meeting of the SP Music Boosters is Monday, November 9th at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in the HS Learning Commons. All families of student musicians in South Portland are invited; come see first hand what the work of this dynamic group can create!
Sports News:
Girls signed up for basketball will meet Friday after school at 2:20 in the gym for a meeting with coaches and Mr. Donaldson.
Basketball players: We need a completed contract and a sports physical in the main office for you to be able to participate on Monday. Get your paperwork in and be ready to play on Monday!
Question of the Day: Saturday or Sunday?
Thursday 11.5 - Day 4
Spirit Week is this week!
Wednesday, November 4 - Decades Day
Thursday, November 5 - Red White and Blue day... for the Veteran Assembly!
Friday, November 6 - Red and White Day
Mr. Kozaka is not here today. JMG students please go to your alternate classes today. Mr. Kozaka thanks you in advance for your cooperation and exceptional behavior!
Looking for a good place to do some school work after school? Stop by our library on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons from 2:30-3:30! Mrs. McQuinn, Ms Corbin and, on Wednesdays Ms Schmearer are there to lend a hand and offer a snack.
The Drama Club will meet today 2:30 - 3:00 in the auditorium.
Music News:
Performance Jazz rehearses Friday mornings this week.
Training Jazz rehearses Thursday morning this week.
8th Grade Band members are reminded that we are wearing white and black for Thursday’s assembly. If you are planning on changing into performance clothing here at school, please make sure you have time to do that before you need to report to the auditorium.
The next meeting of the SP Music Boosters is Monday, November 9th at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in the HS Learning Commons. All families of student musicians in South Portland are invited; come see first hand what the work of this dynamic group can create!
Sports News:
Boys signed up for basketball will meet after school today at 2:20 in the gym for a meeting with coaches and Mr. Donaldson.
Girls signed up for basketball will meet Friday after school at 2:20 in the gym for a meeting with coaches and Mr. Donaldson.
Question of the Day: Even or Odd?
Wednesday 11.4 - Day 3
Quote of the Day: “Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony.”
― Mahatma Gandhi
Spirit Week is this week!
Wednesday, November 4 - Decades Day
Thursday, November 5 - Red White and Blue day... for the Veteran Assembly!
Friday, November 6 - Red and White Day
Mr. Kozaka is not here today. JMG students please go to your alternate classes today. Mr. Kozaka thanks you in advance for your cooperation and exceptional behavior!
Looking for a good place to do some school work after school? Stop by our library on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons from 2:30-3:30! Mrs. McQuinn, Ms Corbin and, on Wednesdays Ms Schmearer are there to lend a hand and offer a snack.
The Drama Club will meet today 2:30 - 3:00 in the auditorium.
Music News:
Performance Jazz rehearses Friday mornings this week.
Training Jazz rehearses Thursday morning this week.
8th Grade Band members are reminded that we are wearing white and black for Thursday’s assembly. If you are planning on changing into performance clothing here at school, please make sure you have time to do that before you need to report to the auditorium.
The next meeting of the SP Music Boosters is Monday, November 9th at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in the HS Learning Commons. All families of student musicians in South Portland are invited; come see first hand what the work of this dynamic group can create!
Sports News:
Boys signed up for basketball will meet after school Thursday at 2:20 in the gym for a meeting with coaches and Mr. Donaldson.
Question of the Day: Even or Odd?
Tuesday 11.3 - Day 2
Quote of the Day: “Quality is never an accident. It is always the result of intelligent effort.” - John Ruskin
Boys and Girls Club is closed today, Tuesday, so people can vote!
Spirit Week is this week!
Tuesday, November 3 - Pajama Day
Wednesday, November 4 - Decades Day
Thursday, November 5 - Red White and Blue day... for the Veteran Assembly!
Friday, November 6 - Red and White Day
Looking for a good place to do some school work after school? Stop by our library on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons from 2:30-3:30! Mrs. McQuinn, Ms Corbin and, on Wednesdays Ms Schmearer are there to lend a hand and offer a snack.
Yearbook meeting is today afterschool in room 114.
This morning you all are receiving information about Mahoney’s Music program’s and PTA’s poinsettia and wreath sale. Please take this information home in order to have your families see this great opportunity!
Today your teachers will give you information to take home to your family about the upcoming Parent/Teacher Conferences. Please make sure this gets home--an email is going home about this, as well.
The Drama Club will meet today 2:30 - 3:00 in the auditorium.
Music News:
Performance Jazz rehearses Tuesday and Friday mornings this week.
Training Jazz rehearses Thursday morning this week.
8th Grade Band members are reminded that we are wearing white and black for Thursday’s assembly.
The SP Music Boosters are meeting next Monday, November 9th at 6:30 p.m. at the HS Learning Commons. All music parents are invited to attend.
The next meeting of the SP Music Boosters is Monday, November 9th at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in the HS Learning Commons. All families of student musicians in South Portland are invited; come see first hand what the work of this dynamic group can create!
Sports News:
Basketball Sign-Ups are outside the main office. Make sure you have a signed Athletic Contract and Sports Physical. Ask in the main office if you are unsure!
Question of the Day: Cat or Dog?
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