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Hello MWSD Families, Today, Tuesday, October 11, there was an incident involving a firearm at Midd-West Middle School. At 7:45am, MWMS administration was made aware about a student possessing a firearm that was shown to several peers on the bus. Immediately, our school police, Officer Mall was contacted while the building principal, located the student. The student was escorted to the office where he was searched and interviewed by the school police and administration. This occurred prior to the school day starting. Upon further investigation and search, a firearm and ammunition were located, retrieved, and secured by Officer Mall. At that time, MWSD Police contacted Middleburg Police Department who arrived promptly to continue the investigation. A building sweep was conducted and an all clear was given by the authorities. The student left in police custody and will not be returning to school. At this time all students are safe and continuing their regular school day. We thank all individuals who reported this immediately to school officials. Please know student safety is our top priority and we will always follow up with leads that are reported. Because of the quick work and all clear from the authorities, we will continue to operate as normal. Any questions, please contact your child’s building. Thank you for your continued support, MWSD Adminstration

August and September 2022 MWSD Unifying Beliefs Recipients Results and Process Oriented: Brandon Folk, Kathy Shellenberger, Chandler Sheaffer, Lindsay Dalius, Devin Flynt, Jason Gemberling, Matt Dietz Conscientious Communicators: Jackie Cook, Karissa Graybill, Karie Gunkle, People First: Kevin Copenheaver, Brian Beward, Heidi Oldt, Jason Gemberling, Karissa Graybill, Danelle Snook, Heather Portzline, Linette Lantz, Cameron Trego, Stephanie Friel Creative Problem Solver – Ashely Kunhs Internally Motivated: Christa Dressler

The Midd-West School District is soliciting applicants for appointment to the Board of School Directors effective immediately with a term of office to conclude November 30, 2023. Applicants must be a qualified elector of the school district and a resident of the Midd-West School District for a minimum of one year prior to appointment. Applicants shall include a brief biographical sketch, a minimum age of 18 years old, and statement of qualifications and reasons for seeking appointment. Applications must be postmarked by August 19, 2022. Interested persons should apply to Tiffany Summers, Board Secretary preferably by email summers.tiffany@mwsd.cc or by mail at Midd-West School District, 568 East Main Street, Middleburg, PA, 17842.

PATHFINDERS Summer Program - Students K-5 Monday-Thursday, 8:30 am - 12:30 pm June 13-16 & 20-23 July 11-14 & 18-21 More Information: https://mwsd-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/personal/gunkle_edward_mwsd_cc/EZgZkUx5vIBIlUKxPsulhxYBzO-u0dzGUOdTAf98Y7j39w?e=Tz47Wv Registration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc0WuheGUbbboOwA9Ny7iF2eK_6fhRsvbWOz5prb-HM2-lzdw/viewform?usp=sf_link

Despite the forecast for rain on Friday, May 6th, the Middleburg Elementary School Fair will be held as planned from 4-8 PM. If poor weather prevents the use of the outdoor carnival rides, there will still be many other activities in doors that we invite everyone to enjoy. These will include games and prizes, the very popular silent auction, bake sale, food, and the Art show featuring student artwork displayed throughout the building. If you have pre-purchased ride tickets and are unable to use them at the school fair, they will be accepted at the Selinsgrove and Middleburg Carnivals this summer, or we can issue a refund by contacting the school office on Monday.

2022 Kindergarten Camp Registration Form Attention Parents & Guardians: Please complete the following form to register your child for Kindergarten Camp held at Middleburg Elementary School and West Snyder Elementary School on June 6, 7, & 8. This camp will be an important first step in helping your child to have a successful Kindergarten experience next year, and attendance is highly recommended! https://forms.office.com/r/JsbrKxxjeA

The Middleburg Elementary School PTO Gertrude Hawk fundraiser orders will be available for pickup on Wednesday, April 6th, from 3-6 pm in the Middleburg Elementary School Cafeteria.

The following staff members received recognition in March for their actions displaying our District’s Unifying Beliefs. Congratulations! People First – Clint Swartz, Mandi Romig, Amanda Gessner, Jess Spaide, Tanna Stenger, Mark Bickhart, Candace Benner, Lori Keister, Matthew Baney, Jen Runkle, Pat Laughman, Sherry Wagner, April Kerstetter, Paula Garman Results and Process Oriented – Corey Wert, AJ Steininger, Monica Romig, Sandy Mitchell, Kaitlin Liszka, Jen Hummel, Marlena Ford, Greg Erb, Mary Beierschmitt, Jayme Bucher, Stacy Hawk, Casey Balliet, John Daku, Erica Hood, Tanna Stenger, Shannon Sholley, Denya Burris, Emily Klingler Internally Motivated – Chelsey Beaver, Matt Dietz, Theresa Ewing, Devin Flynt, Brandon Folk, Jason Gemberling, Karissa Graybill, Beth Keister, Paul Mall, Tracey Mitchell, Angie Pyle, Holly Rorke, Chris Sauer, Kathy Shellenberger, Sharon Tittle, Ryan VanHorn, Jenelle VanHorn, Pete Voss, Cole Zimmerman, Nancy Marrara, Wendy Snyder, Pat Laughman, Lisa Nesbit, Sarah Brubaker Conscientious Communicator – Bobbie Boone, Maddie Gaugler, Chris Meharg, Joe Mower, Ami Renninger-Boop, Chandler Sheaffer, Sean Snoddy, Julie Stugart, Donna Wilson, Erica Wagner, Donna Stroup, Lisa Wolf, Chloe Poltonavage, Jen Wilson, Danielle Lantz, Kelsey Sands, Danelle Snook, Jen Miner, Erica Knepp, Heather Portzline, Jenn Keister, Abby Potter Creative Problem Solver – Brian Beward, Trisha Bailey, Chelsey Bolig, Melissa Boonie, Mindy Callender, Mark Ferster, Katie Gaugler, Stacey Graff, Karissa Graybill, Will Hammond, Jen Hostler, Colleen Jones, Norma Long, Jen Mason, Megan Messimer, Heidy Oldt, Stacy Plummer, Shannon Pyle, Brenda Stewart, Devin Flynt, Nick Stine, Dan Wilson, Missy Brauer-Stuck

The Middleburg Elementary School PTO Gertrude Hawk fundraiser orders will be available for pickup on Wednesday, April 6th, from 3-6 pm in the Middleburg Elementary School Cafeteria.

The following staff members received recognition in February for their actions displaying our District’s Unifying Beliefs. Congratulations! People First – Chris Blockus, Chelsey Bolig, Jackie Cook, Theresa Ewing, Jen Hostler, Angie Pyle, Holly Rorke, Chris Sauer, Kathy Shellenberger, Dana Spade, AJ Steininger, Brenda Stewart, Sharon Tittle, Cole Zimmerman, Melissa Boonie, Amanda Graybill, Tina Spatz, John Daku, Dawn Wenrich, Stacey Hood, Lauren Cuatt Results and Process Oriented – Melissa Boonie, Tammy Laub, Beth Nornhold, Ami Renninger-Boop, Jen Straub, Dan Wilson, Donna Wilson, Brian Rees, Chandler Sheaffer, Ryan VanHorn, Shari Conrad, Lori Keister, Kelsey Sands, Emily Kramer, Stephanie Freil, Jesse Renninger, Misty Wagner, Cameron Trego, Sarah Brubaker, Beth Rowles Internally Motivated – Sue Lessman, Tracy Auman, Amber Bardell, Lindsay Dalius, Lisa Gearhart, Stacy Hostetter, Robin Kratzer, Chandler Sheaffer, Michelle Wilson, Jen Straub, Drew Hagerman, Dolly Horst, Andrea Seebold, Linette Lantz, Molly Bishop, Britt Folk, Courtney Trawitz Conscientious Communicator – Brian Beward, Brandon Folk, Stan Share, Jess Spaide, Kevin Copenheaver, Candace Benner, Missy Kreamer, Shannon Sholley, Lindsey Snyder Creative Problem Solver – Corey Wert, Clint Swartz, Julie Stugart, Sean Snoddy, Nancy Marrara, Bill Stuck, Laura Long

The February 14th and 28th Midd-West School Board meetings will be IN- person and there will be NO Zoom participation. All public comments will have to follow district policy and occur in person.

The following staff members received recognition in January for their actions displaying our District’s Unifying Beliefs. Congratulations! People First – Jordan Cole, Stephanie Friel, Emily Kramer, Macia Kramer, Landry Harman Results and Process Oriented – Ryan Wagner, Andrea Teats Internally Motivated – Landry Harman, Nichole Snyder, Alyssa Beaver, Stacey Hostetler, Sarah Brubaker, Brit Folk, Lisa Orner Conscientious Communicator – Lisa Mitchell, Christa Dressler, Courtney Trawitz, Janelle Hockenbrock, Greg Weader, Amanda Graybill, Megan Matrey, Ava Zechman, John Daku Creative Problem Solver – Alyssa Beaver, Robin Walls, Erin Auman, Ava Zechman, Chad Romig, Shari Conrad, Abby Potter, Amanda Graybill, Courtney Zimmerman, Emily Klingler, Molly Bishop

On January 24th, the Midd-West School District will be holding their last hybrid meeting where the public can join via Zoom. Anyone who wishes to speak must attend in person. Starting with February’s work session on the 14th, all meetings will only be in person until further notice. MWSD is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85411606855?pwd=eXNZc25VbXB6Rllwdk5DOVdBS0ExUT09 Meeting ID: 854 1160 6855 Passcode: Tc0wZb

You are invited to participate in our January 10th, School Board Meeting by using the public link below. You must enable your video and mute your microphone. This is a formal public meeting and comments will only be allowed at designated times in the meeting. Those who wish to make a comment must attend in person. Time: January 10th, 2022 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada ) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87378671851?pwd=b096a3RRQWk4NXNxRE1zaEFIM3JYdz09 Meeting ID: 873 7867 1851 Passcode: hP729m Let us know if there are any questions.

A message received from PDE acknowledging that schools may return to local decision making in regards to masking based on the PA Supreme Court Ruling, confirmed that there will be no challenges or additional legal maneuvers at the state level as far as instituting mask mandates in schools. To all families and staff, MWSD will return to the status of voluntary masking that is found in our Health and Safety Plans effective immediately. Thank you for your support and patience over the last three months!   Let me know if you have any additional questions! 

You are invited to participate in our December 6th, School Board Meeting by using the public link below. You must enable your video and mute your microphone. This is a formal public meeting and comments will only be allowed at designated times in the meeting. Time: December 6th, 2021 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada ) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89978346104?pwd=ZkgvYVlzcy82amlNaW9vei9hb3BGZz09 Meeting ID: 899 7834 6104 Passcode: Qnd8hG Let us know if there are any questions.

December 3rd, 2021 @ 7:30 pm Choral Concert at the Midd-West Middle School! Grades 8-12 Join Zoom Meeting https://us04web.zoom.us/j/75384135948?pwd=YldVWllLTldpUDlRN0VqZTR3NjJBQT09 Meeting ID: 753 8413 5948 Passcode: ae0dnM

You are invited to participate in our November 15th, School Board Meeting by using the public link below. You must enable your video and mute your microphone. This is a formal public meeting and comments will only be allowed at designated times in the meeting. Time: November 15th, 2021 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada )Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87604874535?pwd=ZFZteTdyMXBVRGtoaXZYdFFwM2J5dz09 Meeting ID: 876 0487 4535 Passcode: 3FiHuq Let us know if there are any questions

COMMITTEE MEETING POSTPONEMENT NOTICE The Board of Directors of the Midd-West School District has postponed the Buildings and Grounds Committee meeting scheduled for Thursday, November 4, 2021, to Thursday, November 11, 2021, beginning at 5:00 p.m. at the Midd-West School District Administrative Office.

You are invited to participate in our October 25th, School Board Meeting by using the public link below. You must enable your video and mute your microphone. This is a formal public meeting and comments will only be allowed at designated times in the meeting. Time: October 25th, 2021 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada ) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81641982814?pwd=Zkh5NjR5N2s3UGZwUHhOK1ZQb2ZyQT09 Meeting ID: 816 4198 2814 Passcode: mi71Zz Thanks. Let us know if there are any questions