Book Fair
TMS will be having a Book Fair this Nov. 30th-Dec. 9th. Online shopping is available from Nov. 30th-Dec. 13th. You can shop and find out more information at this link.
TMS Holiday Fun and Giving
The TMS Pillars Committee is once again sponsoring a Holiday Fun and Giving calendar for Trimpe Middle School.
Please check out the calendar and participate as much as possible to raise spirits and help others.
Its time for our community to start planning for the Adopt a Family program for the holidays.
Christmas Adopt-A-Family Program is a community effort to make everyone’s Christmas a special time. If you, or anyone you know, could benefit from additional assistance this year, we would like to provide your name along with ages, sizes, and any special needs of your family to the program. We cannot guarantee assistance or the purchase of certain items, but this does allow us to better match families’ needs with what agencies have to offer.
Permission from a parent or guardian is required before the name of any student or family is released for assistance. Please submit only one (1) form per family including all children, birth through high school only that are living full-time in the home and attend school in the Bethalto school district.
We are hoping this Christmas season is especially joyful for you and your family.
Please complete this the form and return to Missy Marshall at TMS by November 15, 2022.
Christmas Adopt-A-Family Program is a community effort to make everyone’s Christmas a special time. If you, or anyone you know, could benefit from additional assistance this year, we would like to provide your name along with ages, sizes, and any special needs of your family to the program. We cannot guarantee assistance or the purchase of certain items, but this does allow us to better match families’ needs with what agencies have to offer.
Permission from a parent or guardian is required before the name of any student or family is released for assistance. Please submit only one (1) form per family including all children, birth through high school only that are living full-time in the home and attend school in the Bethalto school district.
We are hoping this Christmas season is especially joyful for you and your family.
Please complete this the form and return to Missy Marshall at TMS by November 15, 2022.
Parent/Teacher Conferences are coming up on November 7th and November 10th. Conferences will begin at 2:30pm and end at 6:30pm. Select the link below to schedule an appointment with your student's teacher(s).
TMS Dance on Friday, October 21, 2022
The first dance of the school year is this Friday, October 21 from 6:30pm - 8:00pm in the TMS cafeteria. Students should be dropped off by the ramp behind the school near the cafeteria. This event is only for TMS students.
The theme is NEON. Students are not required to, but can dress up in neon attire. Students may NOT have their face covered with masks or paint or anything else that obscures a student's face. Black Lights will be used on the dance floor, and glow sticks will be given out and available for free.
There is no cost to enter the dance. Snacks will be sold throughout the evening and all school rules apply. Thank you to Student Council for organizing this event.
The theme is NEON. Students are not required to, but can dress up in neon attire. Students may NOT have their face covered with masks or paint or anything else that obscures a student's face. Black Lights will be used on the dance floor, and glow sticks will be given out and available for free.
There is no cost to enter the dance. Snacks will be sold throughout the evening and all school rules apply. Thank you to Student Council for organizing this event.
Saturday Night Lights: Bethalto Soccer Training Sessions Featuring Scott Gallagher
Please join us for our inaugural fall Bethalto Community Soccer Camp featuring Scott Gallagher
training sessions!
• Where: Hauser Field (Turf) at CMHS
• Who: K-8th graders
When:
10/1/22
10/8/22
10/15/22
10/22/22
10/29/22
6:00 PM
• Cost: $50 (Includes T-Shirt)
• What to bring: *Shin guards, soccer cleats, ball and water.
Payment Options:
Pay in person when you arrive on first day of camp (Checks payable to CM Soccer)
Use this link to access to form to sign up.
Miles of Smiles Dental Program
The Miles of Smiles dental program will be visiting Trimpe Middle School on October 31st.
More information, along with a permission slip, can be found by clicking on this link.
If you are interested in this program but do not have a printer, please call TMS at 618-377-7240 and ask to speak to Nurse Sherri Verdun and she will send home a hard copy. \
Permission slips are due back by October 6th and the dentist will be here on October 31st.
For more information on Miles of Smiles, please visit their website: www.milesofsmilesltd.com/
More information, along with a permission slip, can be found by clicking on this link.
If you are interested in this program but do not have a printer, please call TMS at 618-377-7240 and ask to speak to Nurse Sherri Verdun and she will send home a hard copy. \
Permission slips are due back by October 6th and the dentist will be here on October 31st.
For more information on Miles of Smiles, please visit their website: www.milesofsmilesltd.com/
School Photos Available
Free Dental Care for Kids
TMS Families, SIU School of Dental Medicine is offering free dental care for kids on October 10, 2022. Registration is required. Please see the attached photo for more information.
Picture Retake Day
Picture Retake day for Trimpe Middle School will be on Monday, September 26, 2022.
Spirit Week | 9/19 - 9/23/22
Spirit Week is this week at TMS (9/19 - 9/23/22)
For photos from Spirit Week, please check out our Instagram or Facebook pages.
- Monday: Duo Day - Match with your friends
- Tuesday: Pajama Day
- Wednesday: Wild West Day
- Thursday: Beach Bum Day
- Friday: Class Color Day.
- 6th Grade: Blue
- 7th Grade: Purple
- 8th Grade: Black
For photos from Spirit Week, please check out our Instagram or Facebook pages.
Eagle Tumblers Now for Sale in the TMS Office
Trimpe Middle School will be selling Eagle tumblers for $20. With all Bethalto Schools united as Eagles, these tumblers are a great way to show your Eagle pride and they are dishwasher safe!
Thanks to Kaitlyn, Jocelyn, and Ryan for starring in our video!
Thanks to Kaitlyn, Jocelyn, and Ryan for starring in our video!
Beginning of Year Dates for 2022-2023
Click the photo for more important dates, including fall sports tryouts.
6th Grade and New Student Orientation Information
Incoming 6th grade families, we are excited to provide more details about our upcoming 6th Grade Orientation that will take place on 8/15/22. Please click here for more info.
We will also hold an orientation for new 7th or 8th grade students to the district. The purpose of this orientation is to help students familiarize themselves with the school and their classes and give them an opportunity to meet staff. It will also take place on 8/15/22. Please click here for more details regarding the times and drop-off and pick-up locations.
We will also hold an orientation for new 7th or 8th grade students to the district. The purpose of this orientation is to help students familiarize themselves with the school and their classes and give them an opportunity to meet staff. It will also take place on 8/15/22. Please click here for more details regarding the times and drop-off and pick-up locations.
Cross Country Team Meeting
There will be a meeting for all TMS students interested in cross country this fall with Coach Bekeske. The meeting will be on August 8th, 6pm, TMS Cafeteria. We hope to see many of our runners!
TMS Class Schedule Update
Starting on July 28th, student schedules may become visible in PowerSchool.
Please note that student schedules are not finalized and we will continue to make changes. Once schedules are finished, we will send a SchoolMessenger out to alert students and parents.
Please note that student schedules are not finalized and we will continue to make changes. Once schedules are finished, we will send a SchoolMessenger out to alert students and parents.
Summer Volleyball Camp
Attention Eagles of all ages! Coach Ochs is having a volleyball camp for your age group. Check out the photo at the right for details! Summer will be here before you know it!
SHIELD Testing
TMS conducts SHIELD Testing for students each Wednesday during the 2021-2022 school year. Please click here for more information on SHIELD Testing in Bethalto Schools.
If you are looking for the OPT-OUT form, you can find it here.
If you are looking for the OPT-OUT form, you can find it here.
Welcome Back to School Newsletter
The entire staff at Trimpe Middle School is excited to welcome back all students to in-person instruction for the 2021-22 school year. While we know that this year will continue to have some challenges and difficulties, we are hopeful that we can return to a more traditional school year while also incorporating best practices to keep our students safe and building on lessons we all learned during the previous school year. Working together is essential as our school and parents must work together to ensure the best for your student and we are committed to providing your student with a positive learning experience that will allow them to learn and grow during middle school.
Our Back to School Newsletter may be viewed by clicking here.
Our Back to School Newsletter may be viewed by clicking here.
Avery Jaime - 6th at IKWF State
Congratulations to Trimpe's own Avery Jaime who placed 6th overall at IKWF State last weekend. IKWF is the toughest middle school-aged wrestling tournament in IL. Great job, Avery!
End of Year Dodgeball Tournament Sign-Up
The End of Year Dodgeball Tournament sign up is now live for TMS students!
If you have your team ready to go, you can now register for the Dodgeball Tournament that will take place on the last day of school. Remember, six (6) players per team. You may decide to get a team uniform or shirt, but that is not required. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Ochs, Mr. Ochs, or Mr. Miller.
Click here to sign up your team: https://forms.gle/PCfp3umkBJyBEhZe7.
If you have your team ready to go, you can now register for the Dodgeball Tournament that will take place on the last day of school. Remember, six (6) players per team. You may decide to get a team uniform or shirt, but that is not required. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Ochs, Mr. Ochs, or Mr. Miller.
Click here to sign up your team: https://forms.gle/PCfp3umkBJyBEhZe7.
Bethalto School District Community Night
BCUSD #8 Community Event is back! The Community Event is this coming Tuesday, April 26th from 5:00 - 7:00 PM at the Bethalto Central Park, so mark your calendars. This will be an outside event for our BCUSD 8 families with a SCIENCE theme!
In the event it rains on Tuesday, plan on a rain date of Wednesday, April 27th from 5:00 - 7:00 PM. We have some EXCITING events being planned with the Alton Nature Institute, St. Louis Science Center, IMSA, SIUE Stem Center and other STEAM activities that will be sure to amaze you! There will be hamburgers, hot dogs and sweet treats available as well. We will see you there!
In the event it rains on Tuesday, plan on a rain date of Wednesday, April 27th from 5:00 - 7:00 PM. We have some EXCITING events being planned with the Alton Nature Institute, St. Louis Science Center, IMSA, SIUE Stem Center and other STEAM activities that will be sure to amaze you! There will be hamburgers, hot dogs and sweet treats available as well. We will see you there!
School Dance - "One Way Ticket"
Our Student Council-sponsored dance is tomorrow night! The theme is "One Way Ticket" and is from 6:30-8:00pm at TMS. Only TMS students are allowed at our dances. We are looking forward to a fun dance!
Parents: A school messenger with additional details was send Thur evening.
Parents: A school messenger with additional details was send Thur evening.
Football Open House
State Bound Wrestlers
TMS has 5 outstanding wrestlers who have earned a trip to IKWF State this weekend!
1.Luke McCoy
2.Avery Jamie
3.Anthony Michelin
4.Josh Harkey
5.Leland Logan
All have worked hard this year and we are all proud of them! Good luck at State!
1.Luke McCoy
2.Avery Jamie
3.Anthony Michelin
4.Josh Harkey
5.Leland Logan
All have worked hard this year and we are all proud of them! Good luck at State!
Illinois 5 Essentials Survey for Parents and Students
Starting on January 11, 2022, the annual Illinois 5 Essentials Survey opens for parents, students, and teachers.
Parents, please read the two linked documents for families regarding the 5 Essentials Survey. buff.ly/3JR8Wmq and buff.ly/3zL4v8b
Parents, please read the two linked documents for families regarding the 5 Essentials Survey. buff.ly/3JR8Wmq and buff.ly/3zL4v8b
Illinois Youth Survey for 8th Grade Students
TMS 8th graders will take the Illinois Youth Survey later this month. Linked below is an English and Spanish letter with details along with opt-out information if you would not like your student to participate.
English letter: buff.ly/3r3N3Yr
Spanish letter: buff.ly/3FceBzR
English letter: buff.ly/3r3N3Yr
Spanish letter: buff.ly/3FceBzR
Yearbook Orders for the 2021-2022 School Year
TMS Yearbook orders for the 2021-2022 school year will be sent home with students the first week of January with a February 25th deadline.
In the meantime, you may order online by viewing the attached image. Alternatively, you may download the form here.
In the meantime, you may order online by viewing the attached image. Alternatively, you may download the form here.
Arcade Engineering
Arcade Engineering: An IMSA Enrichment Program for 6th graders is being offered at Fulton Jr. High in O'Fallon. Details are on the attached photos if any parents are interested in signing up their 6th grader.
Parent - Teacher Conferences
Thursday, February 17
3:00 - 7:00
TMS Band and Choir Christmas Concert
Trimpe Middle School would like to invite our school family to our TMS Band/Choir Christmas Concert tomorrow night, Tue, 12/14/21, beginning at 6:30pm in the Main Gym at Civic Memorial HS.
Please click to read more information, including free livestreaming details here: https://bit.ly/3m1tT3W
Please For a quick link to the free YouTube livestream, go here: youtu.be/RQ08SIiiP8U
Please click to read more information, including free livestreaming details here: https://bit.ly/3m1tT3W
Please For a quick link to the free YouTube livestream, go here: youtu.be/RQ08SIiiP8U
Civic Memorial High School Football Playoff Gear
CM Eagles football is 5-3 and can clinch a playoff spot with a win at home tonight!
In anticipation of earning a spot in the #IHSA playoffs, CM Football is selling playoff gear. You can pre-order here: shopsilkworm.com/index.php/cmhs…
Orders are due by 10/28/2021
In anticipation of earning a spot in the #IHSA playoffs, CM Football is selling playoff gear. You can pre-order here: shopsilkworm.com/index.php/cmhs…
Orders are due by 10/28/2021
Parent/Teacher Conferences will be held on October 26th and 28th from 2:30-6:30pm.
Welcome to the Trimpe Eagles Parent-Teacher Conference scheduling system. You may select more than one teacher to schedule conferences. If you are interested in a virtual meeting via Google Meets, please email your child's teachers. They will provide you a secure link and a time slot. CLICK HERE TO ENTER INTO THE SCHEDULING SYSTEM.
Welcome to the Trimpe Eagles Parent-Teacher Conference scheduling system. You may select more than one teacher to schedule conferences. If you are interested in a virtual meeting via Google Meets, please email your child's teachers. They will provide you a secure link and a time slot. CLICK HERE TO ENTER INTO THE SCHEDULING SYSTEM.
Early Dismissal: Grab & Go Lunch Form
If you are wanting a school lunch on Thursday, October 7, please fill out the google form to request a lunch.
If you are wanting a school lunch on Thursday, October 7, please fill out the google form to request a lunch.
Beginning of Year Dates for 2021-2022
6th Grade Orientation August 5th (morning) (Students only). The signup for 6th Grade Orientation will be available in late July.
Orientation for 7th and 8th Graders New to TMS or Returning from Fully Remote Learning will take place on August 5th in the afternoon. The signup will available the last week of July.
Unpack Your Backpack August 10th 3:30-6:00
All students and parents are welcome to attend Unpack Your Backpack
6th Grade Parent Meeting August 10th, 5:30-6:00pm (TMS Gym)
Meet the Teacher Night Thursday, August 19th, 6:00-7:00
* Picture Dates (school pictures, team/group pictures) for the 2021-2022 school year
Orientation for 7th and 8th Graders New to TMS or Returning from Fully Remote Learning will take place on August 5th in the afternoon. The signup will available the last week of July.
Unpack Your Backpack August 10th 3:30-6:00
All students and parents are welcome to attend Unpack Your Backpack
6th Grade Parent Meeting August 10th, 5:30-6:00pm (TMS Gym)
Meet the Teacher Night Thursday, August 19th, 6:00-7:00
* Picture Dates (school pictures, team/group pictures) for the 2021-2022 school year
Grab & Go LUNCH
If you are wanting a Grab & Go Lunch to take home with you for our Early Dismissal day on Thursday, October 7, please fill out the form by clicking HERE.
If you are wanting a Grab & Go Lunch to take home with you for our Early Dismissal day on Thursday, October 7, please fill out the form by clicking HERE.
Picture Day at TMS is August 25, 2021
Meet the Teacher Night
TMS Families, please click here to read a message regarding Meet the Teacher Night at TMS on Thursday, August 19, 2021.
School and Sports Physicals Through Madison County Health Dept.
The Madison County Health Dept. is offering school and sports physicals each Tuesday from 9am-3pm (by appt.) You can call at 618-692-8954. Check out all info on the image at the right.
6th Grade and New Student Orientation
Summer Reading Club Sponsored by State Senator Rachelle Crowe
Our State Senator Rachelle Crowe is sponsoring a Summer Reading Club for students. You can find more info at her website and in the photo to the left! https://buff.ly/3wCcqCe Thanks to @senatorcrowe!
Illinois Department of Public Health Message on Vaping
The Illinois Department of Public Health recently released information to all schools regarding the vaping epidemic in Illinois. The message reads, in part,
Last week, IDPH learned of the death of an individual who had recently vaped and was hospitalized with severe respiratory illness. The number of cases of people reported to IDPH who have used e-cigarettes or vaped and have been hospitalized with respiratory symptoms has doubled in the past week. As of 8/23/19, a total of 22 people in Illinois, ranging in age from 17-38 years, have experienced respiratory illness after using e-cigarettes or vaping.
E-cigarette use is epidemic in the US and Illinois.
Parents and students, please consider reading this one page document on vaping and the dangers it presents to young people.
Our partners at Chestnut Health Systems have also put together some additional resources for schools, students, and parents regarding vaping, tips on how to quit.
Last week, IDPH learned of the death of an individual who had recently vaped and was hospitalized with severe respiratory illness. The number of cases of people reported to IDPH who have used e-cigarettes or vaped and have been hospitalized with respiratory symptoms has doubled in the past week. As of 8/23/19, a total of 22 people in Illinois, ranging in age from 17-38 years, have experienced respiratory illness after using e-cigarettes or vaping.
E-cigarette use is epidemic in the US and Illinois.
Parents and students, please consider reading this one page document on vaping and the dangers it presents to young people.
Our partners at Chestnut Health Systems have also put together some additional resources for schools, students, and parents regarding vaping, tips on how to quit.
Student Awards | 2020-2021
We are excited to present and release our 2020-2021 Trimpe Middle School Student Awards! Congratulations to all of our award winners and ALL of our students for not only making it through a challenging year, but thriving!
We had so many students go above and beyond and do amazing things this year.
You may view our 8th Grade Awards Video.
Our entire list of award winners (6th-8th) may be found at this link.
We had so many students go above and beyond and do amazing things this year.
You may view our 8th Grade Awards Video.
Our entire list of award winners (6th-8th) may be found at this link.
May Academic and Attendance Calendar
Our May Academic and Attendance Calendar can be seen below. To view the entire month in a larger format, along with our bell schedule, please click here.
Community Vaccination Event to be Held at Trimpe Middle School
You can contact the MCHD at 618-692-8954.
The Bethalto School District and the Madison County Health Department, along with the IL National Guard, are partnering for a two-day vaccination event for our community to be held in our cafeteria here at Trimpe Middle School.
The dates will be June 2, 2021 and June 23, 2021.
Vaccinations will be from 3:30-7:30pm in our cafeteria. It will be the Pfizer vaccine and is open to anyone age 12+ (parents, siblings, grandparents, students, etc.) Appointments are preferred but not absolutely necessary.
The link to sign up is now live: https://events.juvare.com/IL-IDPH/dmz9e/
Please direct any questions to the Madison County Health Department.
The dates will be June 2, 2021 and June 23, 2021.
Vaccinations will be from 3:30-7:30pm in our cafeteria. It will be the Pfizer vaccine and is open to anyone age 12+ (parents, siblings, grandparents, students, etc.) Appointments are preferred but not absolutely necessary.
The link to sign up is now live: https://events.juvare.com/IL-IDPH/dmz9e/
Please direct any questions to the Madison County Health Department.
Update From Chestnut Health Systems
Please click here to read the latest newsletter from our partners at Chestnut Health Systems. This newsletter is focused on summer for teens.
Summer is right around the corner!
During the summer more teens are home and unsupervised. Be sure to have open conversations about alcohol use with your teen. See the attached newsletter about how to start the conversation.
Chestnut Health Systems partnered with Paul Cook to put together some short videos for parents to learn about talking to their teen about substance use. Paul Cook was born in St. Louis. He made it a lifelong mission 15 years ago to share his experience and deeply tested philosophy of recovery as a speaker, author, sober coach and radio/TV personality.
PARENT VIDEO – Underage Drinking
https://youtu.be/ZsGUl8rqWQI
PARENT VIDEO – OPIOIDS
https://youtu.be/pQG2g9LkCwE
PARENT VIDEO – Getting Through to Your Kids
https://youtu.be/iB3kNAYJAQg
Keep showing up. They’re still growing up.
Summer is right around the corner!
During the summer more teens are home and unsupervised. Be sure to have open conversations about alcohol use with your teen. See the attached newsletter about how to start the conversation.
Chestnut Health Systems partnered with Paul Cook to put together some short videos for parents to learn about talking to their teen about substance use. Paul Cook was born in St. Louis. He made it a lifelong mission 15 years ago to share his experience and deeply tested philosophy of recovery as a speaker, author, sober coach and radio/TV personality.
PARENT VIDEO – Underage Drinking
https://youtu.be/ZsGUl8rqWQI
PARENT VIDEO – OPIOIDS
https://youtu.be/pQG2g9LkCwE
PARENT VIDEO – Getting Through to Your Kids
https://youtu.be/iB3kNAYJAQg
Keep showing up. They’re still growing up.
Newsletter From Our Partners at Chestnut Health System
The most recent newsletter from our partners at Chestnut Health Systems is now available. You may download it here.
The 2020-21 school year is almost over! Things are slowly going back to “normal”. Your student may be looking forward to spending more time with friends this summer. The small moments you have with your child matters.
Discuss the health and safety risks of drinking alcohol underage. Try having short and frequent talks about the specific dangers of alcohol. Alcohol impairs judgement, and teen brains are more vulnerable to alcohol. Underage drinking also increases the risk of alcohol problems later in life. Please see the attached newsletter for more information about preventing underage drinking.
Keep showing up. They’re still growing up.
For more information contact Alison Donoho, Prevention Specialist, Chestnut Health Systems, aadonoho@chestnut.org.
The 2020-21 school year is almost over! Things are slowly going back to “normal”. Your student may be looking forward to spending more time with friends this summer. The small moments you have with your child matters.
Discuss the health and safety risks of drinking alcohol underage. Try having short and frequent talks about the specific dangers of alcohol. Alcohol impairs judgement, and teen brains are more vulnerable to alcohol. Underage drinking also increases the risk of alcohol problems later in life. Please see the attached newsletter for more information about preventing underage drinking.
Keep showing up. They’re still growing up.
For more information contact Alison Donoho, Prevention Specialist, Chestnut Health Systems, aadonoho@chestnut.org.
TMS 4th Quarter In-Person Learning Update
With this transition to a more traditional in-person school work, there will be some changes that we want to make everyone aware of regarding synchronous learning and student attendance tracking. You may read the entire letter to TMS families that was sent on 3/12/2021.
Below are two key points:
Below are two key points:
- Synchronous learning will still be available for our students who are quarantined. As has been the case during Hybrid 2.0 learning, students who are quarantined will visit their teacher’s Google Classroom and join the Google Meet for each class period. Learning and working remotely is only an option for our quarantined students.
- Students who are not in attendance at school on Monday-Thursday will be counted as absent. Absences will be determined as Excused or Unexcused as outlined in the Student Handbook. If your student is going to be absent, for any reason, please contact the school office and let us know about the absence. In the event that a student who is not quarantined joins their class Google Meet, they will be counted as absent for that class. While it was an option to be counted as Present by working virtually during Hybrid Learning, now that we are fully in-person, Monday-Thursday, any student not in attendance must be considered absent.
Erin's Law Presentation to TMS Students
TMS Families, please click below to read our informational letter regarding a Zoom presentation regarding Erin's Law, an Illinois law that requires all Illinois public schools to provide age-appropriate school-based curriculum to educate our students on child sexual abuse (CSA). This letter was sent to families via School Messenger on April 19, 2021.
April Academic and Attendance Calendar
At the February 25th Board meeting, we took forward the plan to bring back our 6-12th grade students 4 days a week for in-person instruction, starting on Monday, March 15th. Our current district positivity rate and quarantine numbers support the return to in-person learning. Students will attend in-person learning Monday-Thursday, with Friday remaining a remote learning day.
Please see our letter to families sent on 2/28/2021.
Below is our schedule at TMS for the 4th quarter:
Please see our letter to families sent on 2/28/2021.
Below is our schedule at TMS for the 4th quarter:
Our new block schedule arrangement and the remote day will allow for a reduced number of students being quarantined. In addition, our schedule will stay essentially the same as it is now, allowing more consistency for students and staff at the secondary level. This schedule also allows us to pivot back to the hybrid schedule, if absolutely necessary.
Illinois Assessment of Readiness Testing Information
Our students at Trimpe Middle School will take the Illinois Assessment of Readiness on April 12, April 13, and April 14, 2021. Please click below to find the parent letters that were sent out on March 26, 2021.
In-Person Families Remote Letter re: IAR
Remote Families Parent Letter re: IAR
In-Person Families Remote Letter re: IAR
Remote Families Parent Letter re: IAR
Annual Illinois 5Essentials Survey
Dear Parent/Guardian,
Beginning February 3, students and teachers across Illinois will have an opportunity to participate in the ninth annual statewide Illinois 5Essentials Survey. This survey is designed to generate a detailed picture of the inner workings of your child’s school. As a parent, this opportunity will allow you to share your thoughts on the important elements of school effectiveness in a survey about your child’s school. You can read the entire letter here.
Beginning February 3, students and teachers across Illinois will have an opportunity to participate in the ninth annual statewide Illinois 5Essentials Survey. This survey is designed to generate a detailed picture of the inner workings of your child’s school. As a parent, this opportunity will allow you to share your thoughts on the important elements of school effectiveness in a survey about your child’s school. You can read the entire letter here.
2020 TMS Athletics Update
With the IESA, Illinois Department of Public Health, and the Illinois Governor's Office collaborating together, many of the sports offered to students at TMS have had their season's altered. While softball and cross country are currently active this fall, many other sports have had their traditional season changed. One example is TMS girls basketball. Girls basketball season usually starts in the Fall (late August) for IESA middle schools, but due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the season has been shifted to the spring.
To make things a little bit more clear, we have created this one-sheet document that details when each season will begin for practices/tryouts, games, and when the season is scheduled to end.
Please contact Mr. Jeff Ochs, our TMS athletic director, or Adam Miller, principal, with any questions you may have.
To make things a little bit more clear, we have created this one-sheet document that details when each season will begin for practices/tryouts, games, and when the season is scheduled to end.
Please contact Mr. Jeff Ochs, our TMS athletic director, or Adam Miller, principal, with any questions you may have.
Student/Parent Covid-19 Self Check
We are asking all students, or their parent, to complete our Covid-19 self-certification check before arriving to school. We will send a reminder link each morning via email and text. If you'd like to bookmark the link, here it is: https://bit.ly/3aCLc48 The link is also available at the top of our webpage under "Students."
For families with students in multiple buildings in the Bethalto School District, this document may help. It has links to the certification forms for all schools - Bethalto East, Parkside, Meadowbrook, Trimpe, and Civic Memorial. In addition to the links there are QR codes if you'd prefer to scan and a place to enter each of your students' IDs for handy reference. BCUSD Covid-19 Self-Check links.
For families with students in multiple buildings in the Bethalto School District, this document may help. It has links to the certification forms for all schools - Bethalto East, Parkside, Meadowbrook, Trimpe, and Civic Memorial. In addition to the links there are QR codes if you'd prefer to scan and a place to enter each of your students' IDs for handy reference. BCUSD Covid-19 Self-Check links.
March Attendance and Academic Calendar
Color Guard Information for Current 8th Graders
Any current 8th graders interested in auditioning for Color Guard at CM next year, please check out the image at the left.
Auditions will be held on 3/23, 3/24, and 3/25.
You may contact Ms. Davis, Band Director, with questions or to get additional information.
Go Eagles!
Auditions will be held on 3/23, 3/24, and 3/25.
You may contact Ms. Davis, Band Director, with questions or to get additional information.
Go Eagles!
8th Grade Students and Parents: Please click HERE for information on registering for classes at CMHS for the 2021-2022 school year.
Parent Teacher Conferences
Please click the following link if you are needing to sign up for a parent teacher conference. Virtual conferences are on Thursday, February 11 from 3:00 - 5:30.
Please click the following link if you are needing to sign up for a parent teacher conference. Virtual conferences are on Thursday, February 11 from 3:00 - 5:30.
Information for 8th Grade Families Re: Freshmen Orientation
Please click here to view information for 8th grade students who will be freshman at CMHS next school year.
TMS Second Semester Information - Hybrid 2.0
Parents, here is a link to the letter that was emailed and texted via School Messenger on 12/18/20 and again on 1/7/21. TMS, and the entire Bethalto School District, will be Remote for all students January 4-January 8. Beginning January 11, 2021, we will begin Hybrid Learning 2.0.
You can view our Daily Bell Schedule and Monthly Calendar by click on this link or the photo below.
We also put together a very brief video describing Hybrid 2.0 for our students and families. The video is a supplement to the letter.
Please feel free to contact the main office at 618-377-7240 if you have any questions. You may also email a TMS administrator with any questions you may have.
Adam Miller, principal amiller@bethalto.org
Laura Gipson, asst. principal lgipson@bethalto.org
Sandy Erzen, Dean of Students serzen@bethalto.org
You can view our Daily Bell Schedule and Monthly Calendar by click on this link or the photo below.
We also put together a very brief video describing Hybrid 2.0 for our students and families. The video is a supplement to the letter.
Please feel free to contact the main office at 618-377-7240 if you have any questions. You may also email a TMS administrator with any questions you may have.
Adam Miller, principal amiller@bethalto.org
Laura Gipson, asst. principal lgipson@bethalto.org
Sandy Erzen, Dean of Students serzen@bethalto.org
TMS Virtual Orientation 2020
Please click her to view our "Virtual Orientation" for the 2020-2021 school year.
TMS Yearbooks Are Back Up for Order
We will be live-streaming our 7/8 boys basketball home game vs. Roxana tonight via YouTube. Please click on the image or visit this link: https://youtu.be/Kx_AYecAPWA
The livestream is set to begin at 3:15pm.
The livestream is set to begin at 3:15pm.
2019-2020 Yearbooks on Sale - While Supplies Last
We have a limited number of yearbooks from last school year now on sale for $20. If you are interested, please contact the TMS office at 618-377-7240
Student Council News
TMS students (and families), we are excited to announce that Student Council will be starting up on December 10th at 1pm. We will begin 100% virtual using Google Classroom/Meet. Email Mr. Midgley for the code to join before Thursday.
Click here to view the updated afternoon bus lists for TMS students. This will go into effect Monday, November 2, 2020.
TMS Remote Learning 2.0:
November 23 - December 18, 2020
At the November 19th Board of Education meeting, the Board voted for Trimpe Middle School to begin Remote Learning for all students on Monday, November 23rd and continuing through Friday, December 4, 2020.
During the week after Thanksgiving Break (11/30 - 12/4), we will monitor our numbers of quarantined and positive students, and decisions will be made regarding whether our students will be in-person or fully remote moving forward. We have made this decision based on an increase in positive cases and the impact this has on the number of students that are being quarantined.
Please read the rest of our letter by clicking here.
During the week after Thanksgiving Break (11/30 - 12/4), we will monitor our numbers of quarantined and positive students, and decisions will be made regarding whether our students will be in-person or fully remote moving forward. We have made this decision based on an increase in positive cases and the impact this has on the number of students that are being quarantined.
Please read the rest of our letter by clicking here.
Our Remote Learning class schedule is below. You may click on the image to get a large version.
We also prepared a video for students and families regarding our Remote Learning 2.0 Plan. You may watch the video by clicking the image below.
TMS/CM Fall Band Concert
Our TMS and CM bands moved their fall concert online this year due to Covid-19 restrictions and safety protocols. Please click on the link to enjoy listening to our talented students! View here: https://buff.ly/3jeVJ8p #GoEagles #ThisIsTMS
TMS Return to School Plan
Trimpe Middle School is excited to welcome students and staff back to
school for Fall 2020. While this year will be different and perhaps
challenging at times, we are committed to providing your student with a
positive learning experience that will allow them to succeed in middle
school and beyond. Our partnership is essential as we all will work
together to ensure the best for your student. The hybrid model allows us to
reduce our population by about 50%, which increases the amount of social
distancing and reduces the number of students in passing periods.
You can read our entire Return to School Plan by clicking here.
Please contact Mr. Miller, Mrs. Gipson, or Mrs. Erzen if you have any questions.
school for Fall 2020. While this year will be different and perhaps
challenging at times, we are committed to providing your student with a
positive learning experience that will allow them to succeed in middle
school and beyond. Our partnership is essential as we all will work
together to ensure the best for your student. The hybrid model allows us to
reduce our population by about 50%, which increases the amount of social
distancing and reduces the number of students in passing periods.
You can read our entire Return to School Plan by clicking here.
Please contact Mr. Miller, Mrs. Gipson, or Mrs. Erzen if you have any questions.
New Schedule for All In-Person Students Begins 11/2/20
On October 22nd, the Board of Education approved the 2nd quarter Return to Learn, which will allow every student to attend school every day. Beginning on November 2nd, students will return to daily instruction on a modified block schedule. This change will increase the number of in-person instruction minutes and reduce the amount of remote learning. The new plan will have a more traditional feel to it that we have not experienced since the beginning of the pandemic. This updated schedule is subject to change as the district will continue to monitor COVID-19 numbers and make modifications as needed.
You can read our Modified Block Return to Learn Plan here. Click the below picture for a larger view.
You can read our Modified Block Return to Learn Plan here. Click the below picture for a larger view.
PARENT - TEACHER CONFERENCES
Picture Retake Days
TMS Picture Retake days have been scheduled:
A Day Students: Wed, 9/30
B Day Students: Thur, 10/1
Remote Students: Wed, 9/30, 1:30-2:30pm
You may order online by viewing the image and code. The code is EVTSJXRND
A Day Students: Wed, 9/30
B Day Students: Thur, 10/1
Remote Students: Wed, 9/30, 1:30-2:30pm
You may order online by viewing the image and code. The code is EVTSJXRND
2020-2021 School Registration Information
Registration Letter "Click Here"
Note that due to State of Illinois health guidelines and social distancing restrictions, District 8 Registration for the 2020-2021 school year for Kindergarten through 12th grades will be online. As we work to transition to an online registration system and in order to avoid any delays in communication, it is important that your child’s current school have an email address on file for you.
If you did not receive your child’s 4th quarter report card via email, then you will want to email your child’s principal in order to update your information.
Note that due to State of Illinois health guidelines and social distancing restrictions, District 8 Registration for the 2020-2021 school year for Kindergarten through 12th grades will be online. As we work to transition to an online registration system and in order to avoid any delays in communication, it is important that your child’s current school have an email address on file for you.
If you did not receive your child’s 4th quarter report card via email, then you will want to email your child’s principal in order to update your information.
New Student Orientation (7th/8th Grade) For Students New to Bethalto Schools
We are excited to announce that we will have a New Student Orientation for students entering TMS in 7th or 8th grade who are new to the Bethalto School District.
This orientation will be on Monday, August 17th, from 9:00am - 9:30am. This orientation will be led by Mrs. Broske, social worker, and Mr. Kolweier, school counselor.
Students will enter in the Main Entrance at the front of the school (off Second Street) at 9:00am and will leave via the back entrance (off Winona Street) at 9:30am.
You do not need to sign up in advance, but if you have any questions, please contact us. You may email Mr. Miller, principal at amiller@bethalto.org or Mrs. Broske, ebroske@bethalto.org or Mr. Kolweier at bkolweier@bethalto.org
We look forward to meeting our new to the district students!
This orientation will be on Monday, August 17th, from 9:00am - 9:30am. This orientation will be led by Mrs. Broske, social worker, and Mr. Kolweier, school counselor.
Students will enter in the Main Entrance at the front of the school (off Second Street) at 9:00am and will leave via the back entrance (off Winona Street) at 9:30am.
You do not need to sign up in advance, but if you have any questions, please contact us. You may email Mr. Miller, principal at amiller@bethalto.org or Mrs. Broske, ebroske@bethalto.org or Mr. Kolweier at bkolweier@bethalto.org
We look forward to meeting our new to the district students!
Fall Picture Days
Fall picture days at TMS will be Wednesday, August 26th (A Day students) and Thursday, August 27th for B Day students.
Remote Learners will also be able to have their pictures taken for purchase and the yearbook on Thursday, August 27th from 1:30pm-3:00pm.
More information will be sent home as it comes from Lifetouch.
If you'd like some information on Lifetouch's multi-part plan to keep our students, staff, and their employees safe on picture days, please check out this information: bit.ly/3gFhldG
Remote Learners will also be able to have their pictures taken for purchase and the yearbook on Thursday, August 27th from 1:30pm-3:00pm.
More information will be sent home as it comes from Lifetouch.
If you'd like some information on Lifetouch's multi-part plan to keep our students, staff, and their employees safe on picture days, please check out this information: bit.ly/3gFhldG
Backpacks and Our School Supply List 2020-2021
This year, students may carry a backpack to and from class. We recommend a backpack that has a laptop sleeve for their Chromebook. This is a change from what our school supply list says and is one of the measures we are taking to help socially distance students.
Students will not use lockers to begin the school year so that we can help students stay further apart from one another as much as possible. Students will be allowed to bring backpacks into school and take them to each class.
Students will not use lockers to begin the school year so that we can help students stay further apart from one another as much as possible. Students will be allowed to bring backpacks into school and take them to each class.
Student Schedules in PowerSchool
Student schedules in PowerSchool may be inaccurate and are likely to change. The counselors are in the process of balancing classes and moving courses as needed. We will send out an official notice when schedules are finalized.
IESA Reverses Decision on Fall Sports (Cross Country, Girls Softball)
Update (8/3/20): As a result of the IESA's reversed decision to now allow fall sports, including softball and cross country, TMS is working on a plan to restart fall athletics.
Cross Country will have their first practice on Monday, August 10th, starting at 4:00pm here at Trimpe Middle School. Student-athletes should bring their own water bottle and a mask Parents or athletes with questions may contact Coach Clint Walters at cwalters@bethalto.org Please remember that any student-athlete must have the proper paperwork on file in the main office before trying out or practicing. For paperwork information, please click on this link: athletic paperwork link.
Regarding softball, we are still working with other area schools on our schedule to determine if playing a season is feasible given the restrictions placed upon schools throughout the state by the IESA and Governor's Office. The specific restrictions include the geographical restriction related to playing teams from our existing conference or "covid region." We hope to have more information this week as other schools in our conference and region meet to make their decisions.
TMS football, which is not an IESA sanctioned sport, has been postponed. As a result of Governor Pritzker's statement last week, football would not be able to play under the guidelines imposed. We are currently working with teams and schools on our schedule and in the high school Mississippi Valley Conference to determine when and if a season will be able to be played. Given that football is not under the IESA banner, and some middle school teams are not governed by a school, there is not a specific timeframe of when a season would take place. As we continue to talk with other schools and teams about setting up a schedule, we will release that information.
Thank you for your patience as we work through safety guidelines to keep our student-athletes safe while providing them an opportunity to participate and compete in activities they enjoy.
Cross Country will have their first practice on Monday, August 10th, starting at 4:00pm here at Trimpe Middle School. Student-athletes should bring their own water bottle and a mask Parents or athletes with questions may contact Coach Clint Walters at cwalters@bethalto.org Please remember that any student-athlete must have the proper paperwork on file in the main office before trying out or practicing. For paperwork information, please click on this link: athletic paperwork link.
Regarding softball, we are still working with other area schools on our schedule to determine if playing a season is feasible given the restrictions placed upon schools throughout the state by the IESA and Governor's Office. The specific restrictions include the geographical restriction related to playing teams from our existing conference or "covid region." We hope to have more information this week as other schools in our conference and region meet to make their decisions.
TMS football, which is not an IESA sanctioned sport, has been postponed. As a result of Governor Pritzker's statement last week, football would not be able to play under the guidelines imposed. We are currently working with teams and schools on our schedule and in the high school Mississippi Valley Conference to determine when and if a season will be able to be played. Given that football is not under the IESA banner, and some middle school teams are not governed by a school, there is not a specific timeframe of when a season would take place. As we continue to talk with other schools and teams about setting up a schedule, we will release that information.
Thank you for your patience as we work through safety guidelines to keep our student-athletes safe while providing them an opportunity to participate and compete in activities they enjoy.
Athletic Paperwork for the 2020-2021 School Year
Trimpe Middle School and Civic Memorial High School have moved to a digital system for athletic paperwork beginning with the 2020-2021 school year.
Please click here to begin the process of filling out and completing athletic paperwork.
Please click here to begin the process of filling out and completing athletic paperwork.
Open Letter to TMS Students on the Last Day of School
An open letter to TMS students on the last day of school for 2019-2020. Click here to view: https://bit.ly/2THXEIT
Jazzers Dance Team - State Champions!
The TMS Jazzers Dance team are State Champions! The Jazzers earned the state championship in the Junior High School Hip Hop Division and also placed 2nd in state in Pom Dance.
The Jazzers now have a State Title to go with state places in 2020, 2019, and 2018. The Jazzers are building an incredible tradition of competitive dance success at Trimpe Middle School!
We are so proud of our TMS Jazzers! Great job!
The Jazzers now have a State Title to go with state places in 2020, 2019, and 2018. The Jazzers are building an incredible tradition of competitive dance success at Trimpe Middle School!
We are so proud of our TMS Jazzers! Great job!
TMS Is Thankful
At Trimpe Middle School, our students and staff are thankful for many things. The Pillars Committee did a great job putting together this amazing video. Great job, Pillars and Ms. Gowin! Special thank you to Mr. Midgley for narrating the video in his first Thanksgiving as a U.S. Citizen.
We have so many things to be thankful for this Thanksgiving! #ThisIsTMS #GoEagles
We have so many things to be thankful for this Thanksgiving! #ThisIsTMS #GoEagles
TMS Picture Days
TMS Picture Days are Wednesday, 8/26 (A Day students) and Thursday, 8/27 (B Day students.)
For Remote Learners, Picture Day is Thursday from 1:30-3:00pm.
Forms were sent home, but if you need to order online use the info in the picture to the right.
For Remote Learners, Picture Day is Thursday from 1:30-3:00pm.
Forms were sent home, but if you need to order online use the info in the picture to the right.
6th Grade Dental Exam Reminder
A quick reminder for 6th Grade Parents regarding the dental requirement:
- All students entering 6th grade are required to have a current dental examination
- Dental examination forms are due by May 15th of the year the student is enrolled in 6th grade
- A current examination is one that was completed within 18 months of May 15th of student's 6th grade year
- The form can be found on the nurse's website: https://tms-nurse.weebly.com/
6th Grade Orientation Update
6th Grade Families, we have updated information regarding pick-up and drop-off locations for 6th Grade Orientation on Wednesday, August 12, 2020. Please click here to view the letter sent to parents on Friday, 8/7.
If you have questions, please contact the TMS office.
If you have questions, please contact the TMS office.
Open Resource Hours
Starting tomorrow, Wednesday, April 29, our paraprofessionals and a couple of our teachers will be hosting “Open Resource Hours” via videoconferencing throughout the day and a few evenings. Each day, our students will be emailed a list of Open Resource Hours and a link to join. We hope these open meetings will be an opportunity for even more students to join in and receive help on assignments, engage with a staff member, and possibly even help one another with work and see other students. Any student may join any meeting, for a few minutes or the entire time -- it is up to them. We hope it is beneficial!
TMS Distance Learning Launchpad
As we begin Distance Learning at Trimpe Middle School this week, we are setting up our Distance Learning Launchpad. This Launchpad will serve several purposes for TMS students, families and teachers:
We are very excited, and a little nervous, to begin this journey together as a community of students, families, teachers, and staff. Working together, we will make this a positive, learning, and valuable experience as we learn and grow together. We hope that this Launchpad will be a useful place for all.
You can visit the TMS Distance Learning Launchpad by clicking here.
- This will serve as a place for each student to see where their teacher wants them to go to get assignments for class. For most, it is is their Google Classroom. For others, it is their website. Each student can look at their grade level and the class and see where their specific teachers want them to go in order to get instruction and assignments.
- Daily announcements and other important information.
- We will continue to celebrate birthdays and positive happenings with our students and teachers, just like we did each morning when we were in the building at TMS.
- A Daily Challenge. It will be something different each day. While we are not physically at school, we have an opportunity to do other positive, educational challenges. We will try and highlight those positive things that our students, staff, and community are doing.
- Teachers will be emailing their students and communicating daily.
We are very excited, and a little nervous, to begin this journey together as a community of students, families, teachers, and staff. Working together, we will make this a positive, learning, and valuable experience as we learn and grow together. We hope that this Launchpad will be a useful place for all.
You can visit the TMS Distance Learning Launchpad by clicking here.
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding School Closure, Updated 3-19-20
An updated list of answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for families regarding the current school closure has been posted on the Bethalto School District website. Here is a direct link to that FAQ.
All district information regarding Covid-19 and the associated school closure can be found on the District's Covid-19 webpage.
All district information regarding Covid-19 and the associated school closure can be found on the District's Covid-19 webpage.
Second Quarter High Honor Roll and Honor Roll Announced
TMS Student and School Property Exchange for the End of School 2020
TMS Families, please click here to read details on how we will exchange school-owned property and student belongings at the end of this school year.
End of Year Student and School Property Exchange Procedures.
End of Year Student and School Property Exchange Procedures.
TMS Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Regarding the End of the 2019-2020 School Year
We are posting a Frequently Asked Questions document with answers to some of the most common questions our students and families have, such as when is the last day of school? What about our athletic fees or spring pictures and other questions as the school year draws to a close. We will continue to update this FAQ as the school year goes on and indicate the date of the last update to each question. We hope you find this useful.
You can view the FAQ by clicking here
This in no way replaces any teacher or administrator answering any question you may have. Please reach out to us at any time with any questions you have.
You can view the FAQ by clicking here
This in no way replaces any teacher or administrator answering any question you may have. Please reach out to us at any time with any questions you have.
Property Exchange Reminder and End of Year Dates
TMS Families, we have released a reminder about the property exchange the week of May 25 - May 28, 2020 along with some information about yearbooks, the last date to turn in work, and when report cards will be sent home. You may read that update by clicking this link.
Parent-Teacher Conference Sign-Up Instructions
Second semester parent-teacher conferences at Trimpe Middle School will take place on Thursday, February 13, 2020, from 3:00-7:00pm.
Please click HERE to sign up for a conference with your student's teacher(s.) If you need assistance, please contact the TMS office.
Please click HERE to sign up for a conference with your student's teacher(s.) If you need assistance, please contact the TMS office.
First Day of School
We had a great first day of school at Trimpe Middle School! Thank you to our students and staff for making it a great day! #ThisIsTMS #GoEagles
8th Grade Field Trip to CM Rescheduled
The 8th grade trip to CM for registration and incoming freshmen information that was scheduled for today, Fri, has been rescheduled for Tuesday, Jan 21, 2020 (next Tue.) 8th graders will depart TMS at 8:20 and return at Noon.
Adopt a Family
TMS Families, Lifetouch (our school photographer is offering a coupon to all TMS families for 15 free Shutterfly cards that includes Free Shipping - a $50 value!!
If you would like the free coupon, please ask your student to pick one up in the TMS office by December 1st. Thank you @Lifetouch and @Shutterfly!
If you would like the free coupon, please ask your student to pick one up in the TMS office by December 1st. Thank you @Lifetouch and @Shutterfly!
Miles of Smiles
Miles of Smiles is coming to Trimpe Middle School on October 10th. They will be providing preventative dental services at school. This satisfies the dental requirement mandated by the State of Illinois for 6th grade students.
There is no cost to the family or the school. Fliers with more information and Consent forms were sent home Friday. If you need another, please contact the school nurse or go to the school nurse's website that can be found here.
There is no cost to the family or the school. Fliers with more information and Consent forms were sent home Friday. If you need another, please contact the school nurse or go to the school nurse's website that can be found here.
Extracurricular Changes Due to Snow Day on 12-17-19
The cancelation of school for a Snow Day on Tuesday, December 17th will impact several of our events. Below is some important information regarding our school activities, games, concerts, etc.:
- The TMS Band and Choir Christmas Concert will go on as scheduled Tuesday night. We anticipate that the roads and parking lot will be clear at the time of the concert. The concert will begin at 7:30pm in the Main Gym at Civic Memorial High School. The CM Band/Choir concert will begin at 6:00pm in the CM Gym. These times were chosen so that high school students who have final exams on Wednesday may get home earlier to study and to help alleviate parking congestion and the flow of everyone in and out of the CM gym.
- TMS Band/Choir students who need to pick up their instruments, music, etc. from Trimpe may come to TMS between 5:30-6:30pm. Parents and students, please park in the front circle and enter TMS through the Main Entrance by the office. Students should be at CM by 6:45pm. Band students - dress is all black, nice clothes. Choir students - dress is black on bottom, dress shirt on top.
- When TMS band and choir students arrive at the high school, they should go to the auditorium. Families should wait in the Commons until after the high school concert has concluded. Mrs. Gipson will warm them up and tune. The TMS Concert will begin at 7:30pm.
- The 7th and 8th Grade Boys Basketball game vs. East Alton has been canceled. That game will be rescheduled, but the date has not yet been determined.
- Sports practices may begin on Tuesday, December 17th after 12:00pm. Please contact the head coach of a sport for more information. Coaches will also be contacting players/families regarding practice information.
TMS Band/Choir Christmas Concert Changes Due to Weather
Due to school being canceled on Mon, 12/16, the TMS Band/Choir Concert set for Monday night has been postponed to TUESDAY night at 7:30pm. In addition, ALL GAMES, PRACTICES, and OTHER EVENTS HAVE BEEN CANCELED.
The concert will be Tuesday, 12/17 at 7:30pm at Civic Memorial High School's gym.
Monday's weather has also canceled the Civic Memorial High School Band/Choir concert. As a result, we will have both TMS and CM Band and Choir concerts on Tuesday night. The CM concert will begin at 6:00pm and the TMS concert will begin at 7:30pm. These times were chosen so that high school students who have final exams on Wednesday may get home earlier to study and to help alleviate parking congestion and the flow of everyone in and out of the CM gym. This message will be sent to all parents and staff via School Messenger at 10:00am.
Thank you to everyone for your patience and flexibility as we make sure that our students can perform their concert and keep our students, staff, and families safe during the inclement weather.
The concert will be Tuesday, 12/17 at 7:30pm at Civic Memorial High School's gym.
Monday's weather has also canceled the Civic Memorial High School Band/Choir concert. As a result, we will have both TMS and CM Band and Choir concerts on Tuesday night. The CM concert will begin at 6:00pm and the TMS concert will begin at 7:30pm. These times were chosen so that high school students who have final exams on Wednesday may get home earlier to study and to help alleviate parking congestion and the flow of everyone in and out of the CM gym. This message will be sent to all parents and staff via School Messenger at 10:00am.
Thank you to everyone for your patience and flexibility as we make sure that our students can perform their concert and keep our students, staff, and families safe during the inclement weather.
Picture Day
Picture Day is coming to Trimpe Middle School! Our picture day is Thursday, August 29th. Order on https://buff.ly/2YHHq25 or with a paper form that will be sent home through Eagle Time. #ThisIsTMS #GoEagles
TMS School Supply List/Chromebook Bags
The following is a link to the TMS School Supply List for 2019-2020.
This year, TMS is transitioning to a Chromebook device and we are highly encouraging students to bring their own Chromebook/laptop bag to transport the device during the school day. Current Civic Memorial High School students are required to bring a bag and students who purchase on in middle school may be able to use their bag in both middle school and high school.
We have found several low-cost options available for parents.
We will also have a limited number of bags available for any students who cannot bring their own. Please contact Mr. Miller, Mrs. Gipson, or the Main Office if you have any questions or need additional help.
This year, TMS is transitioning to a Chromebook device and we are highly encouraging students to bring their own Chromebook/laptop bag to transport the device during the school day. Current Civic Memorial High School students are required to bring a bag and students who purchase on in middle school may be able to use their bag in both middle school and high school.
We have found several low-cost options available for parents.
- Targus Top Load Case for Laptops. Currently in stock at Wal-Mart in Wood River for $14.99.
- AmazonBasics Chromebook bag from $13.49.
- Chromebook Case 11.6 in. Currently ships free from Walmart.com for $11.99.
We will also have a limited number of bags available for any students who cannot bring their own. Please contact Mr. Miller, Mrs. Gipson, or the Main Office if you have any questions or need additional help.
Registration Information
At registration, we handed out a document with (hopefully!) all the key dates at the beginning of the year at TMS. If you didn't receive the document at registration, or want a digital copy. You can view it here.
Some of the key dates listed include:
-- Unpack Your Backpack (August 13th)
-- 6th Grade Parent Night Presentation (August 13)
-- TMS Picture Days
-- Athletic Tryout Information and much more.
Please contact the Main Office if you have any questions! We're looking forward to a great year!
Some of the key dates listed include:
-- Unpack Your Backpack (August 13th)
-- 6th Grade Parent Night Presentation (August 13)
-- TMS Picture Days
-- Athletic Tryout Information and much more.
Please contact the Main Office if you have any questions! We're looking forward to a great year!
Cheer Tryouts for Students New to Bethalto Schools
Trimpe Middle School will be having cheer tryouts for students new to the Bethalto School District on 8/19 and 8/20 from 3:30-5:30 PM at Meadowbrook School. These tryouts are ONLY for students new to our district. #ThisIsTMS #GoEagles
TMS Fall Athletic Tryout Information
TMS Athletic Director Jeff Ochs has created a single document outlining tryout dates for Fall athletics at TMS for 2019-2020. This includes softball, cross country, and football.
Click HERE to access the information.
Click HERE to access the information.
Beginning of Year Important Dates and Times
- 6th Grade Orientation on Thursday, August 8th, from 9:00am-Noon. Students will be able to get their schedule that day, take a guided tour of the building, hear important information regarding their classes, technology, and lunch. In addition, there will be time for 6th graders to find their locker and practice using their lock before having a pizza party.
- Unpack Your Backpack for all middle school students on Tuesday, August 13th from 3:30-6:00pm. During this time, the building will be open for students and parents to pick up their class schedules, tour the building, find their classrooms, and drop off supplies.
- Our first day of school is Wednesday, August 14th. Our doors open at 7:40am and students need to be in their classrooms by 8:15am.
- The staff at TMS is excited for the 19-20 school year. #GoEagles! #ThisIsTMS
New Student Orientation for New 7th and 8th Graders
If your student is new to the Bethalto School District, we are having a new student orientation on Monday, August 12th, from 10:30a-11:30am. The purpose of this orientation is to help new 7th and 8th graders to TMS to get to know the building, see their classrooms, lockers, and be more comfortable before the first day of school on Wednesday, August 14th. You do not need to RSVP, but we hope to see all of our new 7th and 8th graders on Monday, August 12th from 10:30am-11:30am for New Student Orientation. #GoEagles
Fellowship of Christian Athletes is a new student group at Trimpe Middle School.
FCA is a student led group that comes together to talk about sports and faith.
Meetings will be held immediately after school in room 217, until approximately 3:30.
See the dates below.
Students must provide their own transportation home after the meetings.
FCA is a student led group that comes together to talk about sports and faith.
Meetings will be held immediately after school in room 217, until approximately 3:30.
See the dates below.
Students must provide their own transportation home after the meetings.
- Jan. 14 and 28
- Feb. 11 and 25
- March 11 and 25
- April 15 and 29
- May 13
Congratulations, Jazzers!
Congratulations to our TMS Jazzers Dance Team! The Jazzers competed at the IDTA State Championship and earned 3rd place! Great job, Jazzers -- we are so proud of you! #ThisIsTMS
Building/Office Closed for the Summer
The Trimpe Middle School office will be closed for the summer beginning Monday, June 10 through July 22, 2019. If you need to contact an administrator, please email Mr.Miller or Mrs. Gipson at amiller@bethalto.org or lgipson@bethalto.org
Have a great summer!
Registration for the 2019-2020 school year will be July 25th and July 29th, form Noon-8:00pm each day. Both registration days will be at TMS.
Have a great summer!
Registration for the 2019-2020 school year will be July 25th and July 29th, form Noon-8:00pm each day. Both registration days will be at TMS.
Summer Coding Camp
The Triad technology team is having youth summer camps for students in grades 1-7. The camps will run Monday June 10- Thursday June 13 at Silver Creek Elementary in Troy. The format of the programs is "make and take"-meaning students will have the opportunity to learn about programming with a fun, engaging tool, and then at the end of the week, they will get to take the device with them! Our hope is that students will be excited about their new resource and will continue to learn more about it throughout the summer.
They will offer two sessions. The A.M. session will run from 9:00-12:00, and the P.M. session will be from 12:30-3:30. If any students wishes to stay for both sessions, there will be a supervised lunch break from 12:00-12:30, however, no lunch will be provided and students planning to eat should pack a sack lunch for this time.
There are four elementary camp offerings- Sphero, Makey Makey, Ozobot, and Bloxels, and one middle school offering- Circuit Playground. The cost per session is $125 which includes the cost of the device students take home at the end of the week. Registration is available online at bit.ly/triadcodecamp and will remain open until Sunday, May 25 or until sessions reach a max participant level of 20 students.
They will offer two sessions. The A.M. session will run from 9:00-12:00, and the P.M. session will be from 12:30-3:30. If any students wishes to stay for both sessions, there will be a supervised lunch break from 12:00-12:30, however, no lunch will be provided and students planning to eat should pack a sack lunch for this time.
There are four elementary camp offerings- Sphero, Makey Makey, Ozobot, and Bloxels, and one middle school offering- Circuit Playground. The cost per session is $125 which includes the cost of the device students take home at the end of the week. Registration is available online at bit.ly/triadcodecamp and will remain open until Sunday, May 25 or until sessions reach a max participant level of 20 students.
Girls Volleyball Camp Information
CIVIC MEMORIAL VOLLEYBALL SUMMER YOUTH CAMP 2019
CAMP DATES: JUNE 25 - 26 - 27
INCOMING GRADES -- TIMES 3RD, 4TH, 5TH -- 3:00-4:30 PM DAILY
6TH, 7TH, 8TH -- 5:00-7:00 PM DAILY
Click here to view/download the flyer.
Congratulations, Ella Voyles
Congratulations to Ella Voyles who was accepted into the highly competitive IMSA Promise Summer Program. Great job, Ella, we are proud of you!
Police Appreciation Week at TMS
TMS celebrated Police Appreciation Week and capped things off with a visit from our SRO, Officer Cato. Huge thank you to Mr. Midgley for organizing our "Back the Blue" bulletin board. So many TMS staff/students signed. Thank you, Bethalto Police Dept.
3rd Quarter High Honor Roll and Honor Roll Announced
Trimpe Middle School is proud to announce our High Honor Roll and Honor Roll for the third quarter of the 2018-19 school year. Congratulations to all of our students who earned High Honor Roll or Honor Roll recognition this past quarter. #ThisIsTMS
High Honor Roll, 3rd Quarter, 2018-2019
Honor Roll, 3rd Quarter, 2018-2019
High Honor Roll, 3rd Quarter, 2018-2019
Honor Roll, 3rd Quarter, 2018-2019
Congratulations Gabby Quinones
Congratulations to TMS's own Gabriella Quinones for winning first place in this past weekend's Bethalto Art Fair!!!
Gabby took first place in the 6th-8th grade division. In addition to the first place blue ribbon, Gabby receives a free pizza and other goodies from Imo's Pizza.
We are so proud of you, Gabby! Great job!
Gabby took first place in the 6th-8th grade division. In addition to the first place blue ribbon, Gabby receives a free pizza and other goodies from Imo's Pizza.
We are so proud of you, Gabby! Great job!
Final TMS Dance
The End of the Year Dance with the theme, 8th Grade Masquerade sponsored by Student Council will be Friday, May 10 from 6:30 - 8:00. The cost is $5.00. All school rules apply, and all 6th, 7th and 8th grade students are welcome to attend.
5 Essential PARENT Survey
5 Essential STUDENT Survey
Picture Day Is Coming
Spring picture day is coming for Trimpe Middle School!
Spring Picture Day is Monday, March 4. Order forms and flyers were sent home with students on 2-19-19 and distributed to students through their Eagle Time class.
Spring Picture Day is Monday, March 4. Order forms and flyers were sent home with students on 2-19-19 and distributed to students through their Eagle Time class.
2nd Quarter High Honor Roll and Honor Roll Announced
Trimpe Middle School is proud to announce our High Honor Roll and Honor Roll for the second quarter of the 2018-19 school year. Congratulations to all of our students who earned High Honor Roll or Honor Roll recognition this past quarter.
High Honor Roll, 2nd Quarter, 2018-2019
Honor Roll, 2nd Quarter, 2018-2019
High Honor Roll, 2nd Quarter, 2018-2019
Honor Roll, 2nd Quarter, 2018-2019
Field Trip Permission Form to SIUE Basketball Game on 1-31-19
Field Trip forms for the SIUE Education Day trip are due today, 1-29-19. If you have not yet returned the form, parents may download the form below, fill it out, sign it and fax it back to TMS at 618-551-8651 or scan the signed document and email it to amiller@bethalto.org
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FORM
Please contact the Main Office if you have questions.
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FORM
Please contact the Main Office if you have questions.
Nominated a KPLR "Tools for Teachers" Candidate
We have outstanding teachers here at TMS and in the Bethalto School District. Please consider nominating one of our teachers for "Tools for Teachers" sponsored by KPLR-11 TV and Weber Chevrolet.
More details and the nominating form can be found by clicking here. Thanks for your support!
More details and the nominating form can be found by clicking here. Thanks for your support!
Attention 8th Graders and Parents
SIUE To Host Coding Event for Girls
Southern Illinois University - Edwardsville is hosting a SheCode Event to Inspire Female Computer Scientists and Registration is Now Open. The event is from 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 1 in the Engineering Building. More details can be found by clicking here.
Attention TMS Students
TMS Students, what themes would you like for Pep Club at home games this year?
Please click on this link to vote and help the Pep Club decide!
Please click on this link to vote and help the Pep Club decide!
TMS Spirit Club Spirit Wear Sale
Need more Trimpe Eagles fan wear? Just in time for Christmas ordering....The new Trimpe Spirit Club is offering a Team Store, open until November 18. It includes shirts, 1/4 zips, hoodies, hats & a small backpack!
Follow this link to order:
https://trimpeeagles.itemorder.com
Thanks in advance for supporting the Trimpe Spirit Club & all Trimpe Eagles!
The store deadline is Sunday November 18th, 2018 (11:59pm CST). Your order will be available for pickup from Kristi Ochs within 2-4 weeks from the store deadline.
Follow this link to order:
https://trimpeeagles.itemorder.com
Thanks in advance for supporting the Trimpe Spirit Club & all Trimpe Eagles!
The store deadline is Sunday November 18th, 2018 (11:59pm CST). Your order will be available for pickup from Kristi Ochs within 2-4 weeks from the store deadline.
Chorus Concert
Trimpe Middle School and Civic Memorial High School will have a joint chorus concert on Monday, October 22nd, starting at 7:30pm in the CM Auditorium.
Student Half Day on Friday, October 19th
A reminder to parents:
We have a half-day of student attendance on Friday, October 19th. Student dismissal 11:15am.
We have a half-day of student attendance on Friday, October 19th. Student dismissal 11:15am.
Parent Information Night Re: Social Media Use by Students
Civic Memorial High School and Trimpe Middle School are hosting a Parent Information Night on Wednesday, November 7th at 7:00pm in the CM Library.
This Parent Info Night will feature a presentation by the Bethalto Police Department concerning social media use by students and how parents and schools can protect our students.
We hope to see you there! #GoEagles
TMS Dance Info
The TMS Graveyard Bash Dance is on Friday, November 2nd from 6:30 - 8:00. This is our first dance of the year.
Please dress up in your favorite Halloween outfit. No masks may be worn. Face paint is allowed but you must be easily identified. The cost is $5.00 and all school rules apply.
This dance is only for students in the 6th, 7th, or 8th grades at TMS. Students should not arrive early as they will not be able to enter the dance until 6:20pm. Once students are in the school, they may not leave until the dance is over at 8:00 or their parents/guardians pick them up at the door. We do ask that all students be picked up within 15 minutes of the dance ending. Students must also be in attendance at school on Friday in order to attend the dance.
Formal attire is not necessary or encouraged. For this dance, students may wear a costume but shall not cover their face.
Please dress up in your favorite Halloween outfit. No masks may be worn. Face paint is allowed but you must be easily identified. The cost is $5.00 and all school rules apply.
This dance is only for students in the 6th, 7th, or 8th grades at TMS. Students should not arrive early as they will not be able to enter the dance until 6:20pm. Once students are in the school, they may not leave until the dance is over at 8:00 or their parents/guardians pick them up at the door. We do ask that all students be picked up within 15 minutes of the dance ending. Students must also be in attendance at school on Friday in order to attend the dance.
Formal attire is not necessary or encouraged. For this dance, students may wear a costume but shall not cover their face.