Welcome Back Meany Families!

Posted on: September 2, 2025

Summary : Welcome Back Meany Families!

Meany Middle School entrance on a lovely fall day

Welcome Back Meany Families!

Dear Meany Families,

Welcome to our new students and families! Welcome back to those students and families who are returning! I am excited to send this message as we prepare for the first day of school. Below are some important reminders for the start of the year. As the school year begins, please look for my weekly communication through School Messenger.

Important Dates and Information

1. Virtual New Family Orientation
📅 Tuesday, September 2, 2025 – 4:30 p.m.
💻 Microsoft Teams (link below)

On the first day of school, students will go directly to their first-period classes. Parents/guardians are asked to only come to campus if they have specific business. If you are dropping off your student, please say goodbye at the front doors. Parents should not enter the back hallways so that students can learn their own routines. Rest assured, plenty of adults will be available to support them.

Join the meeting: Join the Virtual New Family Orientation meeting now
Meeting ID: 250 232 386 071 4
Passcode: DH7HG2vb
Dial in: +1 206-800-4125,,442099821# (Conference ID: 442 099 821#)

2. First Day of School – Wednesday, September 3
⏰ 8:55 a.m. – 3:45 p.m. (Please note: this is a full day, even though it is a Wednesday.)

Doors open at 8:35 a.m. for students who need breakfast.
Hallway access begins at 8:50 a.m.
Paper schedules will be handed out by grade in the main hallways.
6th grade: line up outside the main entrance.
7th & 8th grade: enter through doors near the gym.

👉 Staff will be available throughout the building to help students learn their class locations and new routines.

3. Bell Schedule
The bell schedule is attached for your reference. MMS Regular Bell Schedule 25-26

4. Drop-Off & Pick-Up

Please drop off and pick up students on Republican Street.
Do not use 21st Avenue, as it is reserved for buses and authorized school vehicles.
✅ Thank you for following this procedure to keep everyone safe.

5. Grade-Level Assemblies
On the first day, each grade level will have an assembly to review school expectations and to introduce/distribute Yondr pouches.

6. Meals
We are pleased to continue offering two nutritious meals daily (breakfast and lunch) at no cost to families.

7. Schedule Change Requests

During the first week, we will focus only on new schedules and scheduling errors.
Students may begin submitting schedule change requests. I will respond to those request by Friday, September 12.
Half-sheet request forms will be available near the main office. Students (not parents) should fill these out, as we prioritize student voice.
Please note: Schedule changes will not be made for preferred teacher, class period, lunch preference, or friend groups.
Requirements:
- PE: one semester each year
- Music or Visual Art: one semester each year
- Spanish: available only for 7th and 8th graders, with limited space

8. Ask Your Administrators About Yondr
📅 Friday, September 5, 2025 – 5:00 p.m.
💻 Virtual conversation hosted by Principal Trotman and Assistant Principal Mr. Munroe

Join the meeting:
Meeting ID: 259 956 519 716 4
Passcode: H4Ag2dk2
Dial in: +1 206-800-4125,,542496936# (Conference ID: 542 496 936#)

9. Previous Letters and Resources

We look forward to seeing you and starting another great school year at Meany Middle School!

Thank you for your support!
Chanda E. Oatis Trotman
Principal, Meany Middle School